Founded in 1834, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Kyiv (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Kiev Oblast. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (KNUSH) is a large coeducational Ukrainian higher education institution. Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (KNUSH) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 188 years old Ukrainian 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 Ukrainian higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. KNUSH also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.