Founded in 2010, Damanhour University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Damanhur (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Beheira. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education of Egypt, Damanhour University (DU) is a large coeducational Egyptian higher education institution. Damanhour University (DU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 12 years old Egyptian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. 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, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.