Founded in 1920, Doshisha University is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Kyoto (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Doshisha University is a large coeducational Japanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Protestant religion. Doshisha University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 102 years old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. 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. Doshisha 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.