Founded in 1956, Chongqing Three Gorges University is a higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Chongqing (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Chongqing Municipality Education Commission, Chongqing Three Gorges University (CTGU) is a medium-sized coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Chongqing Three Gorges University (CTGU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. CTGU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.