Founded in 2004, Akita International University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Akita (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, Japan, Akita International University (AIU) is a very small (uniRank enrollment range: 250-499 students) coeducational higher education institution. Akita International University (AIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 15 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Japanese higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.