Established in 1971, Zaozhuang University is a higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Zaozhuang (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Shandong. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Shandong Province, Zaozhuang University is a large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Zaozhuang University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Zaozhuang University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.