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Dalarna University

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world rank  2233

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Overview

Founded in 1977, the Högskolan Dalarna (Dalarna University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Falun (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Dalarna County. This institution also has a branch campus in Borlänge. Officially recognized by the Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige (Ministry of Education and Research of Sweden), Högskolan Dalarna (DU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Swedish higher education institution. Högskolan Dalarna (DU) 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 47-year-old Swedish higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Swedish higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. DU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Dalarna University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Dalarna University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Dalarna University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Dalarna University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Profile

Name (English)
Name Dalarna University
Colours Purple
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Campus Location

Address Högskoleg 2
Falun
791 88 Dalarna County
Sweden
Dalarna University Phone Number +46 (23) 778 000
Dalarna University Fax Number +46
Other locations Borlänge

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

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.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Dalarna University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix 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 Dalarna University's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees represent the cost that a student is billed by a university for one academic year of full-time study. Check out our guide article on tuition fees and financial aid options to gain further insights.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Dalarna University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Dalarna University.

Dalarna University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)

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Admission Info

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Policy

uniRank publishes below some basic Dalarna University's admission information.

Dalarna University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Dalarna University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Dalarna University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Dalarna University's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Dalarna University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

For more information, international students can visit the following website URL: https://www.du.se/en/study-at-du/


Dalarna University's Admission Office Admission Office

Dalarna University
Falun 791 88
(23) 778000


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Profile and Size

Introduction

When deciding on a university or evaluating its worth, university size and profile hold significance. Here are potential reasons why university size and profile can influence students' choices.


Profile and Size

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Dalarna University.

Dalarna University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Dalarna University has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Dalarna University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 400-499 academic employees (Faculty).


Dalarna University's Control Type Control Type

Dalarna University is a public higher education institution.


Dalarna University's Entity Type Entity Type

Dalarna University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Dalarna University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Dalarna University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Dalarna University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

Curious about the most prevalent university facilities and services? Delve into our two guide articles on University Facilities and University Services for more insights.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Dalarna University's main facilities:


Dalarna University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Dalarna University's Library


Dalarna University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

For detailed information on Högskolan Dalarna's available housing options, students can visit the official website: https://www.du.se/accommodation


Dalarna University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.

Högskolan Dalarna provides a variety of sport facilities and activities, including:

  • All types of winter sports - The Falu campus is situated on the Lugnet sports arena.
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Bandy
  • Badminton
  • Ski jumping
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Curling
  • Bicycling

University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Dalarna University's main services:


Dalarna University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Högskolan Dalarna offers the following financial aid:

  • Tuition waivers

Dalarna University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Högskolan Dalarna offers the following exchange programs and study abroad opportunities:

  • Erasmus+ cooperation with around 100 partner universities
  • Exchange programs for staff and students

More information can be found at https://www.du.se/en/study-at-du/outbound-exchange-studies-and-erasmus-traineeships/

Dalarna University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

Högskolan Dalarna has been offering distance learning programs for 15 years, with approximately 67% of enrolled students choosing online studies.

The university is transitioning to the Canvas platform. Students have the opportunity to earn a full degree through online studies at both the bachelor's and master's levels.


Dalarna University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Dalarna University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


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Accreditation and Recognition

Introduction

Various countries have diverse types of legal recognition and quality assessment for higher education institutions, depending on their legal and higher education systems... explore our article on university accreditation and recognition for further information.


Dalarna University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

Dalarna University is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1977


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Dalarna University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Swedish Higher Education Authority (SHEA)


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Affiliations and Memberships

Introduction

University affiliations and memberships with external organizations can hold significance for various reasons... explore our article on university affiliations and memberships for further insights.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Dalarna University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association
  • International Association of Universities
  • Association of Swedish Higher Education (SUHF)

Academic Divisions

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Divisions

uniRank shows a diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Dalarna University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Dalarna University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Dalarna University's Facebook page Dalarna University's official Facebook page

Twitter Twitter

Dalarna University's Twitter page Dalarna University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Dalarna University's YouTube channel Dalarna University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Dalarna University's Instagram page Dalarna University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Dalarna University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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