Founded in 1872, Baiko Gakuin University is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Shimonoseki (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Yamaguchi. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Baiko Gakuin University is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Protestant religion. Baiko Gakuin University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Baiko Gakuin University 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.