Established in 1894, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is a non-profit public state higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Stevens Point (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Wisconsin. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (UW-Stevens Point) is a medium-sized coeducational US higher education institution. University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (UW-Stevens Point) 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 128 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 80-90% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UW-Stevens Point 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.