Founded in 1984, Shanghai University of Political Science and Law is a higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Shanghai (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Shanghai Municipal Education Commission, Shanghai University of Political Science and Law is a coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Shanghai University of Political Science and Law offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Shanghai University of Political Science and Law also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.