Quick Summary
Dalian University of Technology is a public founded in 1949, located in Dalian, China. Ranked #298 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 48500 students including 4.5% from outside China. Known for strengths in Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
DUT is a premier engineering institution in China with strong industrial ties and high global research visibility.
Subject Strengths
Chemical EngineeringCivil EngineeringMechanical EngineeringMaterials ScienceEnvironmental Science
Founded1949
TypePublic
Total Students48500
Intl Students4.5%
Faculty Ratio14.8
CampusUrban
Campus Size1,038 acres
Affiliated Hospitals3
AccreditationMinistry of Education of China, AACSB, EQUIS
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#298
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#101-150
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor,Master,PhD,Postdoctoral
Programs
120
PhD Programs
15
Online Programs
56
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education of China, AACSB, EQUIS
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate15%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high mathematics scores and a strong research background for postgraduate engineering applicants. International students should apply early for the CSC Scholarship.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Chinese Yuan Renminbi
UG Tuition
¥25,000/yr
per year · CNY
Living Cost
¥28,000/yr
per year · CNY
PG Tuition
¥32,000/yr
per year · CNY
Application Fee
$110
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥60,800/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CNY
Scholarships AvailableChinese Government Scholarship,Liaoning Provincial Government Scholarship,Dalian Municipal Government Scholarship,DUT Presidential Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$5,000
Financial AidAvailable via university merit-based grants and international student aid packages
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor,Master,PhD,Postdoctoral programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Management Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Applied Mathematics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,500
Average Salary After Graduation
95%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementExtensive partnerships with Dalian High-Tech Zone and global technology firms including Intel and IBM
Industry Connections
PetroChinaFAW GroupIntelIBMState Grid Corporation of China
Notable Alumni
Wei Wang,Jin Jiahua,Sun Jiazheng
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Standard athletic tracks, Olympic-sized swimming pools, indoor basketball courts, and tennis courts
Student Clubs
120
Library Resources
Total collection of over 3.5 million volumes and access to over 50,000 global electronic journals
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available