Established in 1966, ECPI University is a for-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Virginia Beach (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Virginia. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ECPI University is a large coeducational US higher education institution. ECPI University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 56 years old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on 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. ECPI University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.