Established in 1956, Zhengzhou University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Zhengzhou (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Henan. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Henan Province, Zhengzhou University (ZZU) is a very large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Zhengzhou University (ZZU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 66 years old Chinese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 40-50% making this Chinese higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ZZU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.