Established in 1966, Kobe Gakuin University is a private higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Kobe (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Hyogo. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Kobe Gakuin University is a large coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Kobe Gakuin University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 56 years old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Kobe Gakuin University 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.