Established in 1887, Benedictine University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium-sized town of Lisle (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Illinois.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Higher Learning Commission, Benedictine University (BenU) is a medium-sized (EduListing enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Benedictine University (BenU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), 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 133 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. 