Established in 1988, Chikushi Jogakuen University is a private higher-education institution located in the small city of Dazaifu (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Fukuoka. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Chikushi Jogakuen University is a women only Japanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Buddhist religion. Chikushi Jogakuen University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Chikushi Jogakuen University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.