Established in 1967, Koshien University is a private higher-education institution located in the small city of Takarazuka (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Hyogo. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Koshien University is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Koshien University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Koshien University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.