Founded in 1977, Niigata University of Pharmacy and Applied Life Sciences is a private higher-education institution located in the large city of Niigata (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Niigata University of Pharmacy and Applied Life Sciences (NUPALS) is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Niigata University of Pharmacy and Applied Life Sciences (NUPALS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. NUPALS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.