Established in 1969, American Film Institute Conservatory is a non-profit private specialized higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Los Angeles (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), California. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, American Film Institute Conservatory (AFI) is a very small coeducational US higher education institution. American Film Institute Conservatory (AFI) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AFI also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.