Founded in 1974, Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design is a non-profit private specialized higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Milwaukee (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Wisconsin. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD) is a very small coeducational US higher education institution. Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 48 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. MIAD 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.