Founded in 1950, The Central Academy of Drama is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Beijing (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of The People's Republic of China, The Central Academy of Drama is a coeducational Chinese higher education institution. The Central Academy of Drama offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. The Central Academy of Drama also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.