Established in 1899, Montana Tech is a non-profit public state higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Butte (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Montana. Officially accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, Montana Tech (MTECH) is a small coeducational US higher education institution. Montana Tech (MTECH) 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 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 90-100% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. MTECH also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.