Established in 1952, East China University of Science and Technology is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Shanghai (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of The People's Republic of China, East China University of Science and Technology (ECUST) is a large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. East China University of Science and Technology (ECUST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 70 years old Chinese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Chinese higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ECUST also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.