Quick Summary
Situated in Kongens Lyngby, Denmark, Technical University of Denmark is a public research university established in 1829. Ranked #109 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 13500 students including 26% from outside Denmark. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Civil and Structural Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
DTU is a leading technical university in Europe, known for its entrepreneurial spirit, sustainability focus, and close ties to the Danish industrial sector.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringEnvironmental SciencesCivil and Structural EngineeringChemical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringElectrical and Electronic Engineering
Founded1829
TypePublic Research University
Total Students13500
Intl Students26%
Faculty Ratio13
CampusSuburban
Campus Size262 acres
Affiliated HospitalsRigshospitalet (Collaboration),Herlev Hospital
AccreditationDanish Accreditation Institution (Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#109
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#126
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#151
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
BSc in Engineering,BEng (Bachelor of Engineering),MSc in Engineering,PhD
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
MSc in Wind Energy (Online/Hybrid),Professional Master in Sustainable Energy
Online Programs
DTU Wind Energy,DTU Biosustain,DTU Aqua,DTU Fotonik,Danish Hydrocarbon Research and Technology Centre
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Danish Accreditation Institution (Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL88
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · September 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus heavily on the quantitative aspects of your previous degree and ensure your ECTS credits in mathematics and physics are clearly documented.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Danish Krone
UG Tuition
kr.112,000/yr
per year · DKK
Living Cost
kr.100,000/yr
per year · DKK
PG Tuition
kr.112,000/yr
per year · DKK
Application Fee
$110
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
kr.212,750/yr
tuition + living + essentials · DKK
Scholarships AvailableDanish Government Scholarship,DTU Tuition Fee Waiver,Erasmus Mundus Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$8,000
Financial AidSU (Statens Uddannelsesstøtte) for eligible EU/Danish students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from BSc in Engineering,BEng (Bachelor of Engineering),MSc in Engineering,PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wind Energy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Biotechnology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Environmental Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Sustainable Energy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$75,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong industry partnerships with internship integration in BEng programs
Industry Connections
ØrstedVestasNovo NordiskMaerskHaldor Topsoe
Notable Alumni
Henrik Dam,Morten Meldal,Dorte Mandrup,Anders Hejlsberg
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
DTU Sport,Indoor Sports Hall,Fitness Centers,Football Pitches
Student Clubs
Polyteknisk Forening (PF),DTU Solar Decathlon,DTU RoboCup,DTU Brew
Library Resources
DTU Library (National Technological Library of Denmark), 24/7 access
Exchange Programs
EuroTech Universities Alliance,Nordic Five Tech,Erasmus+
Summer Programs
DTU Summer University