Established in 1915, Missouri Western State University is a non-profit public state higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of St. Joseph (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Missouri. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Missouri Western State University (MWSU) is a medium-sized coeducational US higher education institution. Missouri Western State University (MWSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. The admission rate range is 90-100% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. MWSU 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.