Founded in 1987, Kanda University of International Studies is a private higher-education institution located in the large city of Chiba (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Kanda University of International Studies (KUIS) is a small coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Kanda University of International Studies (KUIS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 35 years old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this Japanese higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. KUIS 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.