# DalU

> Dalhousie University student portal for academics, communication, and campus life. (iPhone/iPad app by Dalhousie University.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dalu/id1022936917 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Dalhousie University](https://appshunter.io/developer/482431768)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 14.2 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-01-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dalu/id1022936917/reviews.md

## What is DalU?

DalU connects you with the people, information, systems, and announcements you'll need to succeed at Dalhousie University. DalU is both a mobile app and a desktop portal (dalu.dal.ca). 

Use DalU to:
- Access your course information and grades, check your course schedule, and easily navigate other Dal online systems
- Connect and message with friends and classmates
- Stay updated on important university news, announcements and alerts
- Find and join campus events and see university calendars
- Find and join groups that fit with your interests
- Search staff, peers, systems, groups, posts, resources, and more
- Navigate our campuses and find the quickest route to classes, events, and offices
- View personalized resources and content

## Key features

- Access course information and grades
- Check course schedule
- Connect and message classmates
- University news and announcements
- Find campus events and groups
- Campus navigation

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dalu/id1022936917/reviews.md

### 4/5 — No back option

*2024-09-02*

The newest version of the app doesn’t allow you to back out to the previous screen, making it had to navigate.

### 3/5 — Few UX issues

*2024-09-02*

1) I had to login 3 times for it to finally take me to the app
  - I click login
  - Fill my password and username
  - dal has mandatory two factor auth which is quite annoying but I get that it is for safety but they could have uses email notifications through a trusted secondary mail, but no. So I have to login through authenticator app
  - accept t&c permission
  -it take me back to login page and I have to login again.
- repeat the process 3 more time until it finally takes you to app

2)Demonstration to navigate where what feature is cool but annoying when it just starts a video every time you swipe through the demo. I mean I rather read what’s written there first.

3) App is very slow, maybe the servers are overloading at the moment so I am like Ok i guess? But it takes 5-6 to load when you click the countdown to fall term? Idk

There’s potential, I like the new UI but a lot needs to be fixed too.

### 1/5 — Can’t Log In

*2019-09-05*

Could barely log in the first few times, now it refuses to let me in. Kind of useless now.

### 3/5 — Not compatible for iPhone X

*2019-08-12*

I hope it can upgrade soon to make it compatible with iPhone X. Or the screen looks really wield. Other than that it’s quiet useful and convenient.

## Frequently asked questions about DalU

### What is DalU?

DalU is the official mobile app and desktop portal for Dalhousie University. It provides students with access to course information, grades, schedules, campus news, events, and communication tools.

### Is DalU free to use?

Yes, DalU is completely free for all Dalhousie University students. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees required to access its features.

### What devices does DalU support?

DalU is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to provide a seamless experience across Apple's mobile ecosystem.

### How often is DalU updated?

The app was last updated on October 9, 2025, with version 5.5.2. Dalhousie University regularly updates DalU to ensure optimal performance and introduce new features.

### Can I find campus maps and directions with DalU?

Yes, DalU includes campus navigation features that allow you to find the quickest routes to classes, events, and offices on Dalhousie's campuses.

### Does DalU help me connect with other students?

Absolutely. DalU allows you to connect and message with friends and classmates, as well as find and join groups that align with your interests.

### What age rating does DalU have?

DalU has an age rating of 17+, making it suitable for university students and older.

### Does DalU have ads?

No, DalU does not contain advertisements. As a free application provided by Dalhousie University, it focuses on delivering essential student services without interruptions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.7 — 2026-07-23

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 5.5.2 — 2025-10-09

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 5.5.1 — 2024-08-30

New version of the DalU app

### 5.5 — 2021-03-01

Update features and functionality

### 3.9 — 2016-01-12

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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