Founded in 1959, Novosibirsk State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large city of Novosibirsk (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Novosibirsk Oblast.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Novosibirsk State University (NSU) is a medium-sized (EduListing enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Novosibirsk State University (NSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as 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 61 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 10-20% making this Russian higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 