Established in 1963, St. Cyril and St. Methodius University of Veliko Tarnovo is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Veliko Tarnovo (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Vratsa, Pleven. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Bulgaria, St. Cyril and St. Methodius University of Veliko Tarnovo (VTU) is a large coeducational Bulgarian higher education institution. St. Cyril and St. Methodius University of Veliko Tarnovo (VTU) 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 59 years old Bulgarian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. VTU 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.