Founded in 1947, Kyoto University of Foreign Studies is a private 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 Foreign Studies (KUFS) is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Kyoto University of Foreign Studies (KUFS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 75 years old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 20-30% making this Japanese higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. KUFS 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.