Founded in 1998, Fukuoka International 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, Fukuoka International University is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Fukuoka International University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Fukuoka International University 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.