Established in 1989, Allen College is a non-profit private specialized higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Waterloo (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Iowa. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Allen College is a very small coeducational US higher education institution. Allen College offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 33 years old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Allen College also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.