Established in 1913, Sophia University is a  private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Tokyo (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants).  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, Japan, Sophia University  is a large (EduListing enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Sophia 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 107 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.  The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Japanese higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 