Founded in 1930, ArtCenter College of Design is a non-profit private specialized higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Pasadena (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), California. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, ArtCenter College of Design (ArtCenter) is a small coeducational US higher education institution. ArtCenter College of Design (ArtCenter) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 92 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 students are welcome to apply for enrollment. ArtCenter also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.