Established in 1897, Bradley University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Peoria (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Illinois. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Bradley University is a medium-sized coeducational US higher education institution. Bradley 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 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 applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Bradley 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.