Established in 1969, Chung Chou University of Science and Technology is a private higher-education institution located in the small city of Yuanlin (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Changhua County. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Taiwan, Chung Chou University of Science and Technology (CCUT) is a coeducational Taiwanese higher education institution. Chung Chou University of Science and Technology (CCUT) 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 in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CCUT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.