Information is exploratory. For accurate information, refer to the official website of the school.
About DU
University of Dhaka (DU) — public non-profit university. It is located in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
The university is among the top-550 best institutions in the word, according to QS International Ranking. Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE), places the university in 1001 position in the world.
DU conducts research in many fields of study. For more information, visit the official site.
- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Establishment year
- 1921
- Students
- 207,118
- International students
- 48
- Female students
- 48%
- Acceptance rate
- 10%
Place in ratings
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2024 |
---|---|
Accounting & Finance | 301-350 |
Social Sciences & Management | 451-500 |
Arts & Humanities | 501-550 |
Engineering & Technology | 501-550 |

DU tuition fees
As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at DU is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees here are different for locals and foreigners. For locals, it starts from 8 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 1,000 USD. Thanks to financial support programs, students have the opportunity to fully or partially cover the cost of education. The cost of education and the availability of scholarships can be checked on the official website.
When choosing an educational institution, it is important to be aware of additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Bachelor
- Local8USD/year
- Foreign1,000USD/year
- Master
- Local8USD/year
- Foreign1,000USD/year
DU campus
The campus of DU is located in Dhaka. The urban campus is suitable for those students who, firstly, are used to independence, and secondly, cannot imagine their life without the hustle and bustle of a big metropolis. The university has a library where students can do their homework, write scientific papers or just read interesting books. DU regularly accepts students for international exchange programs, providing both local and international students with the opportunity to come into contact with different cultures and gain unique experience.
- Campus Type
- Urban
- Library
- Yes

What to do after graduation
There are several options to stay in the country after graduation. One of them is to get an offer from an employer and apply for a work visa. Read more about this on the embassy website. Graduates of DU find jobs without difficulty. One of the reasons is the good reputation of the university among employers, according to the results of the QS ranking. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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