Established in 1858, Iowa State University is a non-profit public state higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Ames (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Iowa. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Iowa State University (ISU) is a very large coeducational US higher education institution. Iowa State University (ISU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 164 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 90-100% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible 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.