Founded in 1857, Illinois State University is a non-profit public state higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Normal (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Illinois. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Illinois State University (ISU) is a large coeducational US higher education institution. Illinois State University (ISU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 165 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 students are welcome to apply for enrollment. ISU 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.