Founded in 1905, Central Philippine University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Iloilo City (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Western Visayas.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Commission on Higher Education, Philippines, Central Philippine University (CPU) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Baptist religion. Central Philippine University (CPU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 115 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 