 
 
 Established in 1946, Dong-A University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the metropolis of Busan (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Korea, Dong-A University (DAU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational South Korean higher education institution. Dong-A University (DAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 79-year-old South Korean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. DAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aid and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.
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| Name | Dong-A University | 
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| Name (English) | n.a. | 
| Name (Non Latin) | 동아대학교 | 
| Acronym | DAU | 
| Founded | 1946 | 
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| Video Presentation | n.a. | 
| Address | 840 Hadan 2-dong, Saha-gu Busan 604-714 Busan Korea | 
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|   | (51) 200 7000 | 
|   | (51) 201 5430 | 
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 Institutional Recognition or Accreditation
 Institutional Recognition or AccreditationDong-A University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of Korea
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1946
uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Dong-A University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.
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The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Dong-A University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Dong-A University's academic range and degree level offering.
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| PreBach degrees | Bachelor degrees | Master degrees | Doctoral degrees | |
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What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.
Click here to explore a list of Dong-A University courses and programs, or if they are not available yet, search for them with our search engine powered by Google. We are constantly adding university courses and programs worldwide with the cooperation of university representatives.
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This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Dong-A University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Dong-A University.
| Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
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| Local students | 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) | 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) | 
| International students | 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) | 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) | 
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Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.
 Gender Admission
 Gender Admission Dong-A University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.
 Admission Selection
 Admission Selection Dong-A University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
 Admission Rate
 Admission Rate Dong-A University 's acceptance rate is not reported.
 Minority Serving
 Minority Serving This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.
 Admission Requirements
 Admission Requirements Not reported
 International Students
 International Students Not reported
     
 Admission Office
 Admission Office Tip: search for Dong-A University's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
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 Student Enrollment
 Student Enrollment Dong-A University has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.
 Academic Staff
 Academic Staff Dong-A University's academic staff number is not reported.
 Control Type
 Control Type Dong-A University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.
 Entity Type
 Entity Type Dong-A University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.
 Campus Setting
 Campus Setting Dong-A University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.
 Academic Calendar
 Academic Calendar Dong-A University adopts an unconventional academic calendar, a scheduling system for academic institutions that deviates from traditional academic calendars, such as the standard semester, quarter or trimester systems.
 Disabled Students %
 Disabled Students % Not reported
 Religious Affiliation
 Religious Affiliation None.
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 Sport Facilities/Activities
 Sport Facilities/Activities Not reported
      
 Institutional Hospital
 Institutional Hospital Not reported
 Financial Aid
 Financial Aid Yes
      
 Study Abroad
 Study Abroad Not reported
      
 Distance Learning
 Distance Learning Not reported
     
 Academic Counseling
 Academic Counseling Not reported
 Career Services
 Career Services Not reported
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uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Dong-A University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.
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 Open Education Global
 Open Education GlobalThis higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.
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