Established in 1963, Southwest Minnesota State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium-sized town of Marshall (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Minnesota.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Higher Learning Commission, Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) is a medium-sized (EduListing enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) 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 57 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. 