Founded in 1945, Kyrgyz State University named after I. Arabayev is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Bishkek (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Kyrgyzstan, Kyrgyz State University named after I. Arabayev (KSUA) is a large coeducational Kyrgyzstani higher education institution. Kyrgyz State University named after I. Arabayev (KSUA) 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 77 years old Kyrgyzstani higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. KSUA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.