Established in 1943, Penza State University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Penza (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Penza Oblast. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Penza State University is a medium-sized coeducational Russian higher education institution. Penza State University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Penza State University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.