Xidian University is among an elite class of institutes for higher education selected nationally as part of China's State educational development project labeled "211". Xidian is a key national university dedicated primarily to electronic technology and information which is integrated with a wide range of academic subjects including engineering, physical science, social science, foreign languages and business management. In many years since Xidian University was founded, it has grown rapidly in both size and prestige. Now it has become a base of education and high-tech research in the field of electronic information.

Xidian University has a commitment to excellence in both teaching and research as is demonstrated by the number and variety of its study facilities. They include: three national key laboratories and over 30 research institutes and research centers. The facilities of 75 research laboratories, a multimedia video-audio center, training workshops and 4 experimental centers are essential for teaching. About 80% of teaching faculty hold positions in the research activities. Xidian's library has an inventory of over one million books. The computer communication network of the University provides access to national and international universities.

Xidian University has been actively involved with international academic exchanges and other cooperative efforts. It has established cooperative relations with prestigious colleges and universities in over 20 countries, including the United States, Japan, Great Britain, France, Germany, Australia, and Russia. Currently, Xidian is involved with joint research programs, cooperative training of graduates, along with other academic and scholarly exchanges. Some renowned foreign scholars and experts have been invited to take positions as honorable and visiting professors. Xidian welcomes international applications and enrolls over 50 overseas students every year.