Dalian University of Technology campus
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Dalian University of Technology

Dalian·public

#=463

QS Rank

5%

Intl. students

$3,100

Tuition/yr

42,273

Enrollment

16.6:1

Student:Faculty

About Dalian University of Technology

Dalian University of Technology is a leading Chinese science and technology university founded in 1949, ranked 401–500 globally by THE, with strengths in engineering and computer science.

Dalian University of Technology (DUT) is a comprehensive science and technology university founded in 1949 in Dalian, Liaoning Province, northeastern China. It is a member of the national "Double First-Class" construction initiative, with three disciplines designated under that program, and holds four state key laboratories. The university enrolls approximately 42,000 students and employs around 4,479 faculty, including 15 academicians from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Chinese Academy of Engineering.

DUT's academic strengths lie in engineering, computer science, chemical engineering, civil engineering, and mechanical manufacturing, fields where it ranks among China's top institutions. Seven of its disciplines were rated Category A in the fourth round of China's national discipline evaluation. The university offers 81 undergraduate majors, of which 57 are nationally recognized first-class programs, and it has received 63 national scientific and technological achievement awards since 2001.

The university's main campus is located in the Ganjingzi District of Dalian, a major port city and economic hub on the Yellow Sea coast in northeastern China. Dalian is known for its relatively mild climate compared to other northeastern Chinese cities, modern infrastructure, and strong presence of technology and manufacturing industries. International students make up approximately 5% of the student body, drawn from over 100 countries.

World University Rankings

QS World University Rankings (2026)#=463
Times Higher Education (THE) (2025)#401–500

For Nepali students

  • DUT's engineering, computer science, and civil engineering programs are well-suited to Nepali students whose academic backgrounds align with China's science-and-technology-focused curriculum, and the university's QS subject ranking of 151–200 in engineering gives it credible international standing.
  • The Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC), open to all nationalities including Nepali students, covers full tuition, on-campus accommodation, and a monthly stipend (3,000 CNY for Master's, 3,500 CNY for PhD), making advanced study at DUT potentially free of cost for eligible applicants.
  • Undergraduate tuition for international students is approximately 19,500–25,500 CNY per year (roughly USD 2,700–3,500), which is substantially lower than equivalent programs in Western countries, and daily living costs in Dalian are modest at an estimated 20–40 CNY per day for meals.
  • Post-study work rights in China for international graduates are limited and subject to work visa sponsorship requirements; Nepali students should plan for this and consider whether a DUT degree's recognition in their target job market, Nepal, China, or a third country, aligns with their career goals.

Programs(10)

BEng Mechanical Engineering

Engineering
Bachelor's~$3k/yr

BEng Civil Engineering

Engineering
Bachelor's~$3k/yr

BEng Computer Science and Technology

Computer Science & IT
Bachelor's~$3k/yr

BEng Chemical Engineering

Engineering
Bachelor's~$3k/yr

MSc Mechanical Engineering

Engineering
Master's~$3k/yr

MSc Civil Engineering

Engineering
Master's~$3k/yr

MSc Computer Science and Technology

Computer Science & IT
Master's~$3k/yr

MSc Materials Science and Engineering

Engineering
Master's~$3k/yr

PhD Mechanical Engineering

Engineering
PhD~$3k/yr

PhD Civil Engineering

Engineering
PhD~$3k/yr

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Admission requirements — Nepali equivalents

A rough translation of the published minimums for Nepali applicants:

GPA 3.060%+ in NEB +2, B+ average in Cambridge A-levels, or Second Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.370%+ in NEB +2 or First Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.675%+ in NEB +2 or First Division with Distinction in a TU bachelor's degree.
IELTS 6.5The most common graduate minimum — achievable with 2–3 months of focused preparation. IELTS 7.0+ needed for the most competitive programs.

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Data last verified: 2026-06-19 · Source: https://en.dlut.edu.cn/. Information may change — verify with Dalian University of Technology’s official website before applying.