Founded in 1804, Moscow State Linguistic University 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). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Moscow State Linguistic University (MSLU) is a medium-sized coeducational Russian higher education institution. Moscow State Linguistic University (MSLU) 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 218 years old Russian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. MSLU 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.