Founded in 1896, Tomsk Polytechnic University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Tomsk (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Tomsk Oblast.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Tomsk Polytechnic University (TPU) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Tomsk Polytechnic University (TPU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 124 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 