KROK University was established in 1992. It is one of the first private higher educational institutions in Ukraine. In 2003 the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine accredited the University at the IV (highest) level. At present, the KROK University y enrols students at departments of full-time studies (including overseas students) and part-time students. Over 500 second degree and post-graduate students obtain the second higher education, undertake various professional development and retraining courses. KROK University set up preparatory departments with in Kyiv and 16 regions of Ukraine. In 2002 the University established Pre-training (Linguistic) Department for foreign citizens. Students have an opportunity to study in the University branches all over Ukraine.