Founded in 1962, Shivaji University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Kolhapur (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Maharashtra. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Shivaji University (SU) is a very large coeducational Indian higher education institution. Shivaji University (SU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. SU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.