Founded in 1958, Ludong University is a higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Yantai (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Shandong. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Shandong Province, Ludong University (LDU) is a coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Ludong University (LDU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. LDU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.