Founded in 1901, Japan Women's University is a private higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Tokyo (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Kawasaki. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Japan Women's University (JWU) is a medium-sized women only Japanese higher education institution. Japan Women's University (JWU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 121 years old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 20-30% making this Japanese higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. JWU 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.