Established in 1921, Xiamen University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Xiamen (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Fujian. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of The People's Republic of China, Xiamen University (XMU) is a very large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Xiamen University (XMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 101 years old Chinese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. XMU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.