Established in 1954, Belgorod State Technological University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the medium city of Belgorod (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Belgorod Oblast. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Belgorod State Technological University (BSTU) is a medium-sized coeducational Russian higher education institution. Belgorod State Technological University (BSTU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 68 years old Russian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. BSTU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.