Established in 1957, Almaty Technological University is a for-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Almaty (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Almaty Technological University (ATU) is a medium-sized coeducational Kazakhstani higher education institution. Almaty Technological University (ATU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 65 years old Kazakhstani higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ATU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.