Established in 1949, Xi'an Academy of Fine Arts is a higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Xi'an (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Shaanxi. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Shaanxi Province, Xi'an Academy of Fine Arts (XAFA) is a medium-sized coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Xi'an Academy of Fine Arts (XAFA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. XAFA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.