Founded in 1947, Moscow Technical University - MIREA 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 Technical University - MIREA (MTU) is a medium-sized coeducational Russian higher education institution. Moscow Technical University - MIREA (MTU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 75 years old Russian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this Russian higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. MTU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.