Founded in 1944, Moscow State Institute of International Relations is a non-profit public 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: Geneva, Tashkent, Odintsovo. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO) is a medium-sized coeducational Russian higher education institution. Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO) 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 Russian 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. MGIMO also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.