Established in 1949, Shandong University of Technology is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Zibo (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Shandong. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Shandong Province, Shandong University of Technology (SDUT) is a very large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Shandong University of Technology (SDUT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 73 years old Chinese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SDUT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.