Established in 1855, The National Academy of Chinese Theatre Arts is a higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Beijing (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Beijing Municipal Commission of Education, The National Academy of Chinese Theatre Arts (NACTA) is a coeducational Chinese higher education institution. The National Academy of Chinese Theatre Arts (NACTA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. NACTA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.