Founded in 1837, Muskingum University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of New Concord (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Ohio. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Muskingum University (Muskingum) is a small coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Presbyterian religion. Muskingum University (Muskingum) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 185 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 70-80% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Muskingum 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.