Established in 1947, Baptist University of the Americas is a non-profit private specialized higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of San Antonio (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Texas. Officially accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education, Commission on Accreditation, Baptist University of the Americas (BUA) is a very small coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Baptist religion. Baptist University of the Americas (BUA) 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 in several areas of study. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this US higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. BUA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.