Founded in 1886, Saint Petersburg State Electrotechnical University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Saint Petersburg (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Saint Petersburg State Electrotechnical University (ETU "LETI") is a medium-sized coeducational Russian higher education institution. Saint Petersburg State Electrotechnical University (ETU "LETI") offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 136 years old Russian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Russian higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. ETU "LETI" 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.