Established in 1978, Hangzhou Normal 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 Normal University is a coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Hangzhou Normal University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Hangzhou 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.