Established in 1949, Osaka University of Economics is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Osaka (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Osaka University of Economics is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Osaka University of Economics offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 73 years old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Osaka University of Economics 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.