Established in 1954, Sri Venkateswara University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban 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 Venkateswara University (SVU) is a coeducational Indian higher education institution. Sri Venkateswara University (SVU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. SVU 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.