Established in 1974, Shiga University of Medical Science is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the medium city of Otsu (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Shiga. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Shiga University of Medical Science is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Shiga University of Medical Science offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 48 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 applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Shiga University of Medical Science also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.