Founded in 1728, Universidad de La Habana (University of Havana) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Havana (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Ciudad de la Habana.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Superior, Cuba (Ministry of Higher Education, Cuba), Universidad de La Habana (UH) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Universidad de La Habana (UH) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 292 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 