Established in 2000, Nagasaki International University is a private higher-education institution located in 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 International University (NIU) is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Nagasaki International University (NIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NIU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.