Founded in 1864, Gallaudet University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Washington (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), District of Columbia.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Gallaudet University  is a very small (EduListing enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Gallaudet University 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 EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 156 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. 