Founded in 1999, Harbin University is a higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Harbin (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Heilongjiang. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Heilongjiang Province, Harbin University is a large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Harbin University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Harbin University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.