Established in 1847, Rockford University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Rockford (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Illinois. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Belvidere, Freeport, Machesney Park, Loves Park, Rockton, Roscoe. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Higher Learning Commission, Rockford University (RU) is a small (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Rockford University (RU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 172 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 50-60% making this US higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.