Founded in 1992, Sanda University is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Shanghai (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Shanghai Municipal Education Commission, Sanda University is a medium-sized coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Sanda University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Sanda University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.