University of Daedo

The University of Daedo (Zhenian: 대도대학교), formally the National University of Daedo (Zhenian: 대도국립대학교) and often internationally abbreviated as UDaedo, is a  in Daedo, Zhenia. Regarded as one of the most prestigious and selective universities in Zhenia, the University of Daedo is well-known for its academic achievements, selectivity, wealth and research. It is commonly ranked among one of the most prestigious in the world among major education publications.

With its roots on the imperial-chartered Imperial University of Daedo, the university was reorganized by the state following the December Revolution and the subsequent end of the Empire. Under extensive national support, it grew to prominence solely as a research university, affiliating what were previously professional schools into its domain. It became one of the founding members of the Haesong Club in 1557 AC. Although it was largely tied to the state during most of its history, it was independently incorporated along with a select number of national universities after the November Revolution. While its status as the 'academic heart of Zhenia' was challenged shortly after the November Revolution, extensive benefaction from alumni as well as the opening of corporate investment, as well as the liberalization of its admissions system, aided in its resurgence in the international academia.

The University of Daedo is comprised of twelve academic faculties that span across a wide range of for undergraduates and graduate students alike, although some colleges only offer graduate degrees. Its endowment fund, supported by direct endowment from alumni and corporations, is altogether valued at $35 billion as of 1610 AC, the largest for a single university in Zhenia: the endowment fund has allowed for the implication of and extensive scholarship benefits for its students. Its library and museums are considered as one of the most valuable academic assets in the nation, with the library alone holding almost 20 million items.

Shindan campus
The 91 ha (226-acre) Shindan campus, also referred to as the Central Daedo campus, is considered the main campus of the university as a whole. It is situated just north of Emperor Seongjo Boulevard, around 3.7 kilometers west of the Arch of Zhenian Unification, and coexists with the site of the former Imperial University of Daedo.