Established in 1934, Chelyabinsk State Pedagogical University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Chelyabinsk (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Chelyabinsk Oblast. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Chelyabinsk State Pedagogical University (CSPU) is a small coeducational Russian higher education institution. Chelyabinsk State Pedagogical University (CSPU) 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 88 years old Russian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this Russian higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CSPU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.