About Us

Zhongyuan Institute of Science and Technology

The Zhongyuan Institute of Science and Technology (ZIST) is a public welfare college officially recognized by the Ministry of Education to offer full-time undergraduate programs. Originally established as Xinlian College of Henan Normal University in 2003, the institution was renamed ZIST following approval by the Ministry of Education in February 2021. ZIST operates across two campuses—Zhengzhou and Xuchang—spanning a total area of approximately 3,504 Mu (23 million Square Metres). The college currently serves over 29,000 full-time students, with a planned enrollment capacity of 46,810.

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Provincially recognized academic programs

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Provincial Research Projects

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Provincial accreditations and certifications

Pursuing the vision of "building a prestigious college," ZIST is committed to "cultivating talents with moral integrity for society" while upholding the principles of "higher education and innovation." Guided by its core mottos—"Personality, Capability, Responsibility, Dedication"—and values of "Respect, Coordination, Practicality, Progress," ZIST continually strives for self-discipline and excellence. In recent years, ZIST has earned several honors, including "Excellent Private College in Henan Province," "Best Serving College for the Construction of the Central Plains Economic Zone," and "Most Socially Influential Private College." In the 2021 China Top Private Colleges List by Airuishen Alumni Network (cuaa.net), ZIST ranked 31st, the highest position in its category in Henan.

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Aligned with its focus on being "application-oriented, localized, and internationalized," ZIST continuously optimizes its academic structure, including subjects, colleges, and majors. The institution refines its educational characteristics to enhance its adaptability and integration with economic and social development, actively promoting high-quality development in higher education for the new era. ZIST offers 44 undergraduate programs and 26 three-year programs across seven disciplines: literature, science, engineering, economics, management, education, and art.

Six majors, including Mechanical Design and Manufacturing and Automation, English, and International Economy and Trade, are recognized as first-class undergraduate programs in Henan Province. Additionally, eight majors, such as Radio and Television Directing, Material Forming and Control Engineering, Preschool Education, and Musicology, have been designated as "Brand Major Construction Sites" for private colleges in the province. Among the teaching staff, 86.8% hold master’s or doctoral degrees, and 30.5% have senior professional titles. Over 60 teachers have also been honored with titles such as "Backbone Teachers of Henan Province."

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We focus on training high-level, application-oriented professionals with integrity, skills, and expertise who are well-prepared for employment, entrepreneurship, advanced studies, and ongoing development. To support this, we have established long-term partnerships with 155 enterprises and institutions for off-campus practices. In recent years, we have conducted over 1,000 scientific research projects. Our students have excelled, winning 118 awards in national class A discipline competitions. Additionally, we have won the group first prize in the national "Higher Education Cup" College Students’ Advanced Mapping Technology and Product Information Modeling Innovation Competition for four consecutive years, making us the only private college in China to achieve this distinction.

Cultivate Talents with Moral Integrity

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The school is dedicated to its fundamental mission of serving the people by actively advancing teaching reform and promoting high-quality development through comprehensive and meaningful improvements.

Looking to the future, ZIST will drive its development by deepening reforms and aligning with regional economic and social needs. We will balance expansion with quality, and campus development with educational advancement while focusing on major projects such as talent acquisition, condition standards, quality improvement, unique characteristics, governance efficiency, cultural strengthening, and new campus construction. These initiatives will enhance our capabilities and performance in talent cultivation, scientific research, social services, cultural preservation and innovation, and international cooperation.

Starting from a fresh perspective with clear objectives, ZIST remains committed to cultivating talent with moral integrity and meeting public expectations. Guided by our core belief of "Dedicating Our Life to One Thing — Education", we will pursue truth, embrace innovation, and constantly strive for excellence.