Founded in 2004, Akita International University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Akita (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Akita International University (AIU) is a very small coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Akita International University (AIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 18 years old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Japanese higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. AIU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.