Established in 1912, Nantong University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Nantong (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Jiangsu. Officially recognized by the Education Department of the Jiangsu Province, Nantong University (NTU) is a large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Nantong University (NTU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. NTU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.