Established in 1797, Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Saint Petersburg (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants).  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia (HSPUR) is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia (HSPUR) 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 223 years old 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 applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 