Founded in 1984, Suwon Catholic University is a private higher-education institution located in the medium city of Hwaseong (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Gyeonggi. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Korea, Suwon Catholic University is a coeducational South Korean higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Suwon Catholic University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Suwon Catholic University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, as well as administrative services.