Founded in 1901, Jiujiang University is a higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Jiujiang (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Jiangxi. Officially recognized by the Education Department of the Jiangxi Province, Jiujiang University is a coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Jiujiang University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Jiujiang University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.