Founded in 1948, Savitribai Phule Pune University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Pune (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Maharashtra. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Savitribai Phule Pune University is a coeducational Indian higher education institution. Savitribai Phule Pune University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Savitribai Phule Pune University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.