Founded in 1958, Ukhta State Technical University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Ukhta (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Komi Republic. This institution also has a branch campus in Usinsk and Vorkuta. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Ukhta State Technical University (USTU) is a large coeducational Russian higher education institution. Ukhta State Technical University (USTU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 64 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 students are welcome to apply for enrollment. USTU 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.