Established in 1989, Damghan University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Damghan (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Semnan. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology of Iran, Damghan University (DU) is a small coeducational Iranian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Damghan University (DU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 33 years old Iranian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Iranian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible 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, as well as administrative services.