Founded in 1977, Mianyang Normal University is a higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Mianyang (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Sichuan. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Sichuan Province, Mianyang Normal University (MNU) is a coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Mianyang Normal University (MNU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. MNU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.