Founded in 1949, Kumamoto University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Kumamoto (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Kumamoto University is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Kumamoto University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 73 years old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Japanese higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Kumamoto University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.