Established in 1893, The University of Montana Western is a non-profit public state multidisciplinary higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Dillon (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Montana. Officially accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, The University of Montana Western (UMW) is a very small coeducational US higher education institution. The University of Montana Western (UMW) 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 in several areas of study. This 129 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 60-70% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UMW 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.