Quick Summary
Public in Dhaka, Bangladesh โ University of Dhaka, est. 1921. Ranked #554 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 37064 students including 10% from outside Bangladesh. Known for strengths in Social Sciences and Management, Engineering and Technology, Life Sciences and Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 3%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the premier seat of learning in Bangladesh, offering world-class education at a minimal cost with a deep historical legacy.
Subject Strengths
Social Sciences and ManagementEngineering and TechnologyLife Sciences and Medicine
Founded1921
TypePublic
Total Students37064
Intl Students10%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusUrban
Campus Size600 acres
Affiliated HospitalsDhaka Medical College Hospital,Sir Salimullah Medical College Hospital,Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College Hospital
AccreditationUniversity Grants Commission (UGC) Bangladesh
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#554
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801โ1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Postgraduate,M.Phil,PhD,Diploma
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Bureau of Economic Research,Center for Biomedical Research,Renewable Energy Research Centre,Center for Advanced Studies in Humanities
Research Centers
High
Research Output
University Grants Commission (UGC) Bangladesh
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate3%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA8
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท August 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is based strictly on a highly competitive entrance examination. Applicants should focus on their HSC curriculum and practice past unit-specific question banks.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Bangladeshi Taka
UG Tuition
เงณ12,000/yr
per year ยท BDT
Living Cost
เงณ285,000/yr
per year ยท BDT
PG Tuition
เงณ30,000/yr
per year ยท BDT
Application Fee
$10
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
เงณ328,050/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท BDT
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$150
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Postgraduate,M.Phil,PhD,Diploma programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Economics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Computer Science and Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| English | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$5,500
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Strong links with government ministriesnational banksand major NGOs including BRAC.
Notable Alumni
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,Muhammad Yunus,Satyendra Nath Bose,Sheikh Hasina
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Dhaka University Gymnasium,Central Playground,Swimming Pool
Student Clubs
Dhaka University Debating Society,Dhaka University Film Society,IT Society
Library Resources
Dhaka University Central Library (Largest in the country with over 600,000 volumes)
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Not Available