Founded in 1965, Ferris University is a private higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Yokohama (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Kanagawa. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Ferris University is a women only Japanese higher education institution. Ferris University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 57 years old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this Japanese higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Ferris 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.