Founded in 1997, Chubu Gakuin University is a private higher-education institution located in the medium city of Seki (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Gifu. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Chubu Gakuin University is a women only Japanese higher education institution. Chubu Gakuin University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Chubu Gakuin University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.