Established in 1958, Longyan University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Longyan (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Fujian. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Fujian Province, Longyan University is a medium-sized coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Longyan University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Longyan University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.