Established in 1886, Aquinas College is a non-profit private liberal arts higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Grand Rapids (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Michigan. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Aquinas College (AQ) is a very small coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Aquinas College (AQ) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 136 years old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AQ also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.