Established in 1930, Saratov State Technical University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the large city of Saratov (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Saratov Oblast. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Saratov State Technical University (SSTU) is a medium-sized coeducational Russian higher education institution. Saratov State Technical University (SSTU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. SSTU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.