Founded in 1897, Bay Path University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Longmeadow (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Massachusetts. Officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, Bay Path University (BPU) is a small coeducational US higher education institution. Bay Path University (BPU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 125 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. BPU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.