Established in 1975, South-West University "Neofit Rilski" is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Blagoevgrad (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants).  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science, Bulgaria, South-West University "Neofit Rilski" (SWU) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. South-West University "Neofit Rilski" (SWU) 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 45 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades.  The admission rate range is 20-30% making this Bulgarian higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 