Established in 1942, National Research Nuclear University MEPI is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Moscow (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, National Research Nuclear University MEPI (MEPhI) is a medium-sized (EduListing enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. National Research Nuclear University MEPI (MEPhI) 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 78 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 20-30% making this Russian higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 