Established in 1887, Art Academy of Cincinnati is a non-profit private specialized higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Cincinnati (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Ohio. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Art Academy of Cincinnati (AAC) is a very small coeducational US higher education institution. Art Academy of Cincinnati (AAC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 135 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 30-40% making this US higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AAC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.