Established in 1993, Sumy State University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Sumy (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Sumy Oblast. This institution also has a branch campus in Konotop and Shostka. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, Sumy State University (SumDU) is a large coeducational Ukrainian higher education institution. Sumy State University (SumDU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 29 years old Ukrainian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 80-90% making this Ukrainian higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SumDU 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.