Founded in 1998, International University of Fundamental Studies, St. Petersburg is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Moscow (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: San Fraancisco, St. Petersburg, Vilnius. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, International University of Fundamental Studies, St. Petersburg (RU) is a very small coeducational Russian higher education institution. International University of Fundamental Studies, St. Petersburg (RU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 24 years old Russian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Russian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. RU 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.