Founded in 1901, The Rockefeller University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of New York City (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), New York. Officially accredited by the New York State Board of Regents, The Rockefeller University is a very small coeducational US higher education institution. The Rockefeller University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 121 years old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. The Rockefeller University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.