Established in 1931, Volgograd State Socio-Pedagogical University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Volgograd (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Volgograd Oblast.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Volgograd State Socio-Pedagogical University (VSSPU) is a medium-sized (EduListing enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Volgograd State Socio-Pedagogical University (VSSPU) 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 89 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 80-90% making this Russian higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 