Established in 1851, Columbia College is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Columbia (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Missouri. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Columbia College is a large coeducational US higher education institution. Columbia College offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. 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. Columbia College 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.