Established in 1932, Siberian State Transport University is a for-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Novosibirsk (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Novosibirsk Oblast. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Siberian State Transport University (STU) is a large coeducational Russian higher education institution. Siberian State Transport University (STU) 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 90 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 70-80% making this Russian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. STU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.