Founded in 1828, Saint Petersburg State Institute of Technology 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 Institute of Technology (SPSIT) is a medium-sized coeducational Russian higher education institution. Saint Petersburg State Institute of Technology (SPSIT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 194 years old Russian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 80-90% making this Russian higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. SPSIT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.