Established in 1950, Jesus University is a private higher-education institution located in the large city of Jeonju (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), North Jeolla. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Korea, Jesus University (MPU) is a coeducational South Korean higher education institution. Jesus University (MPU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. MPU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.