Established in 1975, Vologda State University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the medium city of Vologda (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Vologda Oblast. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Vologda State University (VSU) is a medium-sized coeducational Russian higher education institution. Vologda State University (VSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. VSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.