Established in 2012, Damietta University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Damietta (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education of Egypt, Damietta University (DU) is a large coeducational Egyptian higher education institution. Damietta University (DU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. This 10 years old Egyptian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Egyptian higher education organization a somewhat 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, as well as administrative services.