Established in 1856, Wilberforce University is a non-profit private multidisciplinary higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the small town of Wilberforce (population range of under 2,500 inhabitants), Ohio. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Wilberforce University is a very small coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Methodist religion. Wilberforce University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 166 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. Wilberforce University 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.