Established in 1963, Fukuoka Institute of Technology is a private higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Fukuoka (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Fukuoka Institute of Technology (FIT) is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Fukuoka Institute of Technology (FIT) 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. FIT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.