Founded in 1997, Hunan International Economics University is a private higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Changsha (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Hunan. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Hunan Province, Hunan International Economics University (HIEU) is a large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Hunan International Economics University (HIEU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. HIEU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.