Founded in 1948, Yili Normal University is a  public higher education institution located in the medium-sized city of Yining (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Xinjiang.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Education of the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, Yili Normal University (YLNU) is a coeducational higher education institution. Yili Normal University (YLNU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 