Established in 1855, The National Academy of Chinese Theatre Arts is a  higher education institution located in the metropolis of Beijing (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants).  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Beijing Municipal Commission of Education, The National Academy of Chinese Theatre Arts (NACTA) is a coeducational higher education institution. The National Academy of Chinese Theatre Arts (NACTA) 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. 