1 Undergraduate public university: Shenyang Institute of Physical Education, one of the earliest physical education institutions established in New China;
2. Undergraduate private universities: Shenyang City University, formerly known as the School of Science and Technology Engineering of Shenyang University, three of which were converted into private universities;
3. College: Liaoning Health Vocational and Technical College, a full-time general higher vocational college, trains high-end skilled professionals needed for production, construction, service and management of medical related, nursing, pharmacy and health management majors;
4. College: Liaoning Forestry Vocational and Technical College, the only higher vocational college in Liaoning Province that integrates forestry, landscape, architecture, computer and management, with beautiful environment and convenient transportation.