Established in 1949, Shimane University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Matsue (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Shimane.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, Japan, Shimane University  is a medium-sized (EduListing enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Shimane University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 71 years old 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. 