Established in 1978, Yuxi Normal University is a higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Yuxi (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Yunnan. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Yunnan Province, Yuxi Normal University (YXNU) is a medium-sized coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Yuxi Normal University (YXNU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. YXNU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.