Founded in 2008, Rayalaseema University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Kurnool (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Andhra Pradesh. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Rayalaseema University (RU) is a very small coeducational Indian higher education institution. Rayalaseema University (RU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master degrees in several areas of study. This 14 years old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Indian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. RU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.