Established in 1858, Iowa State University of Science and Technology is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized town of Ames (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Iowa. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Higher Learning Commission, Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 161 years old 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.