Established in 1894, University of Massachusetts Lowell is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Lowell (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Massachusetts.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, University of Massachusetts Lowell (UML) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Massachusetts Lowell (UML) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 126 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. 