Founded in 1873, University of North Georgia is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small town of Dahlonega (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Georgia.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, University of North Georgia (UNG) is a medium-sized (EduListing enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of North Georgia (UNG) 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, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 147 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 students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 