Established in 1901, Silliman University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Dumaguete City (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Central Visayas.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Commission on Higher Education, Philippines, Silliman University (SU) is a medium-sized (EduListing enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Protestant religion. Silliman University (SU) 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 118 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades.  The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Philippine higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 