Established in 1900, Methodist College is a non-profit private specialized higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Peoria (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Illinois. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Methodist College is a very small coeducational US higher education institution. Methodist College offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 122 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 30-40% making this US higher education organization a very selective institution. Methodist College also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.