Founded in 1994, California State University, Monterey Bay is a non-profit public state higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Seaside (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), California. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) is a medium-sized coeducational US higher education institution. California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 28 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. CSUMB 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.