Established in 1942, Nagasaki Institute of Applied Science is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Nagasaki (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Nagasaki Institute of Applied Science (NIAS) is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Nagasaki Institute of Applied Science (NIAS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 80 years old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NIAS 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.