Founded in 1995, Vladikavkaz Institute of Economics, Management and Law is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Vladikavkaz (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), North Ossetia-Alania Republic. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Vladikavkaz Institute of Economics, Management and Law (VIEUP) is a very small coeducational Russian higher education institution. Vladikavkaz Institute of Economics, Management and Law (VIEUP) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) in several areas of study. This 27 years old Russian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 40-50% making this Russian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. VIEUP also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.