Founded in 1940, Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Lutsk (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Volyn Oblast. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University (VNU) is a large coeducational Ukrainian higher education institution. Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University (VNU) 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 82 years old Ukrainian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 20-30% making this Ukrainian higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. VNU 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.