Founded in 1996, Norges teknisk-naturvitenskaplige universitet (Norwegian University of Science and Technology) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Trondheim (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Trondelag.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Kunnskapsdepartementet, Norge (Ministry of Education, Norway), Norges teknisk-naturvitenskaplige universitet (NTNU) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Norges teknisk-naturvitenskaplige universitet (NTNU) 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 24 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 