Established in 1849, Eastern Michigan University is a non-profit public state higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Ypsilanti (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Michigan. This institution also has a branch campus in Ann Arbor. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Eastern Michigan University (EMU) is a large coeducational US higher education institution. Eastern Michigan University (EMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 173 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 70-80% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. EMU 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.