Founded in 1836, Emory University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Atlanta (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Georgia.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Emory University  is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Methodist religion. Emory University 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 184 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 10-20% making this US higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 