Established in 1971, Metropolitan State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of St. Paul (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Minnesota.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Higher Learning Commission, Metropolitan State University  is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Metropolitan State University 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 49 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 90-100% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 