Founded in 1953, Aichi Gakuin University is a private higher-education institution located in the small city of Nisshin (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Aichi. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Aichi Gakuin University (AGU) is a large coeducational Japanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Buddhist religion. Aichi Gakuin University (AGU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 69 years old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. AGU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.