Established in 1994, Irell and Manella Graduate School of Biological Sciences is a non-profit private specialized higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Duarte (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), California. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, Irell and Manella Graduate School of Biological Sciences is a very small coeducational US higher education institution. Irell and Manella Graduate School of Biological Sciences offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 28 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 0-10% making this US higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Irell and Manella Graduate School of Biological Sciences also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, as well as administrative services.