Founded in 1853, Washington University in St. Louis is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of St. Louis (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Missouri.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Higher Learning Commission, Washington University in St. Louis (WashU) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Washington University in St. Louis (WashU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 167 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. 