Established in 1974, Health Sciences University of Hokkaido is a private higher-education institution located in the small city of Ishikari (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Hokkaido. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Health Sciences University of Hokkaido is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Health Sciences University of Hokkaido offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 48 years old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Health Sciences University of Hokkaido 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.