Yantai University was established in July, 1984, under approval from  Ministry of Education.At present, there are 24,000 regular students, including undergraduates, graduates and international students, as well as 6,000 vocational students. Yantai University has established co-operative relationships with 88 universities in 26 nations and regions. YTU is one of the first batch of colleges and universities approved by the State Council to accept foreign students and employ foreign experts.