Founded in 1983, Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam (Sri Padmavati Women's University) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Tirupati (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Andhra Pradesh. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam (SPMVV) is a women only Indian higher education institution. Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam (SPMVV) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. SPMVV also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.