Established in 1868, Ravenshaw University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Cuttack (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Odisha. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Ravenshaw University is a coeducational Indian higher education institution. Ravenshaw University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Ravenshaw University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.