Established in 1839, University of Missouri is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Columbia (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Missouri.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Higher Learning Commission, University of Missouri (MU) is a very large (EduListing enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Missouri (MU) 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 181 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 70-80% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 