Established in 1956, Qinghai Normal University is a higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Xining (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Qinghai. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Qinghai Province, Qinghai Normal University (QNU) is a medium-sized coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Qinghai Normal University (QNU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 66 years old Chinese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. QNU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.