Founded in 1985, Ningxia Institute of Science and Technology is a higher-education institution located in the large city of Shizuishan (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Ningxia. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Ningxia Institute of Science and Technology (NXIST) is a coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Ningxia Institute of Science and Technology (NXIST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. NXIST also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.