Established in 1871, University of Arkansas is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Fayetteville (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Arkansas. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Higher Learning Commission, University of Arkansas (U of A) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Arkansas (U of A) 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 148 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 60-70% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.