Established in 1950, Chongqing University of Posts and Telecommunications is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Chongqing (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Chongqing Municipality Education Commission, Chongqing University of Posts and Telecommunications (CQUPT) is a large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Chongqing University of Posts and Telecommunications (CQUPT) 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. CQUPT 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.