Established in 1876, Kyoto University of Education is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Kyoto (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Kyoto University of Education is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Kyoto University of Education offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 146 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 applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Kyoto University of Education 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.