Established in 1952, Henan University of Science and Technology is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Luoyang (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Henan. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Henan Province, Henan University of Science and Technology (HAUST) is a very large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Henan University of Science and Technology (HAUST) 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. HAUST also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.