Established in 2004, Sanya University is a private higher-education institution located in the large city of Sanya (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Hainan. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Hainan Province, Sanya University (SYU) is a large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Sanya University (SYU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. SYU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.