Established in 1914, Central South University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Changsha (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Hunan. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of The People's Republic of China, Central South University (CSU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: over-45,000 students) coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Central South University (CSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 106 years old Chinese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Chinese higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CSU 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
