Founded in 1872, Illinois College of Optometry is a non-profit private specialized higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Chicago (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Illinois. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Illinois College of Optometry (ICO) is a very small coeducational US higher education institution. Illinois College of Optometry (ICO) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this US higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. ICO also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.