Founded in 1834, Tulane University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of New Orleans (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Louisiana.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Tulane University (TU) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Tulane University (TU) 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 186 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. 