Established in 1918, Irkutsk State University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Irkutsk (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Irkutsk Oblast. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Irkutsk State University (ISU) is a large coeducational Russian higher education institution. Irkutsk State University (ISU) 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 104 years old Russian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ISU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.