Established in 1893, Aurora University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Aurora (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Illinois. This institution also has a branch campus in Williams Bay. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Aurora University is a medium-sized coeducational US higher education institution. Aurora University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 129 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 80-90% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Aurora University 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.