Established in 1949, Hainan Normal University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the large city of Haikou (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Hainan. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Hainan Province, Hainan Normal University is a large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Hainan Normal University 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. Hainan Normal University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.