Established in 1889, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology is a non-profit public state higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Socorro (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), New Mexico. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology (NMT) is a small coeducational US higher education institution. New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology (NMT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 133 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 20-30% making this US higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NMT 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.