Established in 1961, Laguna College of Art and Design is a non-profit private specialized higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Laguna Beach (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), California. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, Laguna College of Art and Design (LCAD) is a very small coeducational US higher education institution. Laguna College of Art and Design (LCAD) 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 61 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 applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. LCAD also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.