Founded in 1901, Western Colorado University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the small town of Gunnison (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Colorado.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Higher Learning Commission, Western Colorado University (WCU) is a small (EduListing enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Western Colorado University (WCU) 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 119 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades.  The admission rate range is 70-80% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 