Established in 1879, Columbus College of Art and Design is a non-profit private specialized higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Columbus (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Ohio. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Columbus College of Art and Design (CCAD) is a very small coeducational US higher education institution. Columbus College of Art and Design (CCAD) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 143 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 80-90% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CCAD also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.