Founded in 1914, Vyatka State Humanities University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Kirov (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Kirov Oblast. This institution also has a branch campus in Izhevsk. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Vyatka State Humanities University (VSHU) is a large coeducational Russian higher education institution. Vyatka State Humanities University (VSHU) 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 108 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 80-90% making this Russian higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. VSHU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.