Established in 1873, Colorado School of Mines is a non-profit public state higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Golden (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Colorado. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Colorado School of Mines (CSM) is a medium-sized coeducational US higher education institution. Colorado School of Mines (CSM) 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 149 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 applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CSM 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.