Established in 1978, Xi'an University of Science and Technology is a non-profit public 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 University of Science and Technology (XUST) is a large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Xi'an University of Science and Technology (XUST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. XUST also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.