Established in 1984, SASTRA University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the medium city of Thanjavur (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Tamil Nadu. This institution also has a branch campus in Kumbakonam. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, SASTRA University (SASTRA) is a medium-sized coeducational Indian higher education institution. SASTRA University (SASTRA) 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 38 years old Indian 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 Indian higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SASTRA 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.