Established in 1870, Missouri University of Science and Technology is a non-profit public state higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Rolla (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Missouri. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) is a medium-sized coeducational US higher education institution. Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 152 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. Missouri S&T 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.