Founded in 1928, Hope International University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Fullerton (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), California. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, Hope International University (HIU) is a very small coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Restorationist religion. Hope International University (HIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 94 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 20-30% making this US higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. HIU 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.