Established in 1968, China University of Science and Technology is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Taipei City (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Taipei. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Taiwan, China University of Science and Technology (CUST) is a coeducational Taiwanese higher education institution. China University of Science and Technology (CUST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CUST also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.