Established in 1956, Hangzhou Dianzi University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Hangzhou (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Zhejiang. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou Dianzi University (HDU) is a large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Hangzhou Dianzi University (HDU) 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. HDU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.