Established in 1918, Yaroslavl State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Yaroslavl (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Yaroslavl Oblast.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Yaroslavl State University (YSU) is a small (EduListing enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Yaroslavl State University (YSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 102 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 