Established in 1965, Shukutoku University is a private higher-education institution located in the large city of Chiba (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Shukutoku University is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Buddhist religion. Shukutoku University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Shukutoku University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.