Established in 1826, Case Western Reserve University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Cleveland (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Ohio. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) is a large coeducational US higher education institution. Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) 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 196 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 20-30% making this US higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CWRU 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.