Established in 1945, Angel Kanchev University of Ruse is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Ruse (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Razdrad, Silistra. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Bulgaria, Angel Kanchev University of Ruse (RU) is a large coeducational Bulgarian higher education institution. Angel Kanchev University of Ruse (RU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. RU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.