Established in 1977, Högskolan i Skövde (University of Skövde) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Skövde (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Vastra Gotaland County.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige (Ministry of Education and Research, Sweden), Högskolan i Skövde (HIS) is a medium-sized (EduListing enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Högskolan i Skövde (HIS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 43 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 