Established in 1971, Dezhou University is a higher-education institution located in the medium city of Dezhou (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Shandong. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Shandong Province, Dezhou University (DZU) is a large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Dezhou University (DZU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 51 years old Chinese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. DZU 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.