Established in 1930, Astrakhan State Technical University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Astrakhan (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Astrakhan Oblast. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Astrakhan State Technical University (RU) is a medium-sized coeducational Russian higher education institution. Astrakhan State Technical University (RU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 91 years old Russian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Russian higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. RU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.