Established in 1946, Konkuk University is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Seoul (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Korea, Konkuk University (KU) is a large coeducational South Korean higher education institution. Konkuk University (KU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 76 years old South Korean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. KU 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.