Founded in 1976, Chelyabinsk State 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 University (CSU) is a medium-sized coeducational Russian higher education institution. Chelyabinsk State University (CSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 45 years old Russian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. CSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.