Established in 1959, Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Beijing (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Beijing Municipal Commission of Education, Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology (BIFT) is a medium-sized coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology (BIFT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. BIFT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.