Founded in 1891, Buena Vista University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium-sized town of Storm Lake (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Iowa.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Higher Learning Commission, Buena Vista University (BVU) is a small (EduListing enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Presbyterian religion. Buena Vista University (BVU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 129 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. 