Established in 1958, Ueno Gakuen University is a private higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Tokyo (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Ueno Gakuen University is a women only Japanese higher education institution. Ueno Gakuen University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Ueno Gakuen University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.