Founded in 1746, Princeton University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium-sized town of Princeton (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), New Jersey. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Princeton University is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Princeton University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 273 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 0-10% making this US higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.