Established in 1941, Pingxiang University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Pingxiang (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Jiangxi. Officially recognized by the Education Department of the Jiangxi Province, Pingxiang University is a coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Pingxiang University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Pingxiang University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.