Founded in 1955, Brigham Young University-Hawaii is a non-profit private multidisciplinary higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium town of Laie (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Hawaii. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, Brigham Young University-Hawaii (BYUH) is a small coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Restorationist religion. Brigham Young University-Hawaii (BYUH) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 66 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 40-50% making this US higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. BYUH also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.