Founded in 1835, Marietta College is a non-profit private multidisciplinary higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Marietta (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Ohio. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Marietta College is a very small coeducational US higher education institution. Marietta College 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 187 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 60-70% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Marietta College 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.