Founded in 1891, Buena Vista University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Storm Lake (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Iowa. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Buena Vista University (BVU) is a small coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Presbyterian religion. Buena Vista University (BVU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 131 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 50-60% making this US higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. BVU 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.