Luoyang Normal University

Located in Luoyang, a historic city in Henan Province, Luoyang Normal University is a provincial public undergraduate institution and a member of the Henan Characteristic Backbone Discipline Construction Universities. It is also designated as an international characteristic university construction unit by Henan Province.

The university traces its roots to Heluo Normal School founded in 1916, was upgraded to a four-year undergraduate institution in 2000, and gained master's degree-granting status in 2024. Covering about 2850 mu (190 hectares), the university comprises 22 schools and offers 61 undergraduate programs, with over 30,000 full-time students and 2,000 faculty members.

Luoyang Normal University excels in teacher education while developing applied disciplines. It is a Henan Characteristic Backbone Discipline Construction University with three professional master's degree programs in education, tourism management, and other fields.

The university has a strong reputation for training K-12 teachers, with high graduate employment rates, earning recognition as an advanced unit for graduate employment in Henan. It has also received national honors for poverty alleviation and language work, demonstrating its social impact.

The university boasts a qualified faculty of over 2,000, with a significant proportion holding senior titles, including several provincial teaching masters and academic leaders. Its 22 schools cover disciplines including liberal arts, sciences, engineering, education, management, and arts.

Among the 61 undergraduate majors, teacher-training programs are traditional strengths, complemented by applied non-teaching majors such as tourism management and data science. The university hosts provincial key laboratories and humanities research bases, emphasizing the integration of teaching and research, and encourages student participation in faculty research projects.

The campus spans 2850 mu with beautiful landscaping, blending modern and traditional architecture. Facilities include smart classrooms, multimedia labs, a gymnasium, and a swimming pool. Student dormitories are well-equipped with air conditioning, hot water, and internet access, offering various room types.

On-campus amenities include multiple dining halls, supermarkets, a bank, and a clinic. Luoyang, a famous tourist city, offers students easy access to world heritage sites like Longmen Grottoes, White Horse Temple, and Guanlin Temple, enriching their campus life.