Established in 1949, Shanghai International Studies University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Shanghai (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education of The People's Republic of China, Shanghai International Studies University (SISU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Shanghai International Studies University (SISU) 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 uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 69 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.