Quick Summary
Based in New Cairo, Egypt, The American University in Cairo is a private, not-for-profit with roots dating back to 1919. Ranked #415 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 6731 students including 5% from outside Egypt. Known for strengths in Development Studies, Architecture, Business and Management Studies, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
AUC offers a North American-style liberal arts education in the heart of the Middle East, with dual accreditation and unmatched regional networking opportunities.
Subject Strengths
Development StudiesArchitectureBusiness and Management StudiesModern LanguagesSocial Sciences and Management
Founded1919
TypePrivate, Not-for-profit
Total Students6731
Intl Students5%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusSuburban
Campus Size260 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMiddle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), NAQAAE (Egypt)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#415
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801-1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Graduate,PhD,Executive Education,Continuing Education
Programs
Applied Sciences,Engineering,Middle East Studies
PhD Programs
Professional Development Certificates,Online Arabic Language Courses
Online Programs
Desert Development Center,Yousef Jameel Public Policy and Administration Research Center,Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Bin Abdulaziz Alsaud Center for American Studies and Research,Social Research Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), NAQAAE (Egypt)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRERequired for specific graduate programs
GMATRequired for MBA programs
SATRequired for American Diploma applicants
ACTAccepted
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit all documents early to secure financial aid. High focus on extracurricular activities and personal statements for undergraduate admissions.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Egyptian Pound
UG Tuition
EGP680,000/yr
per year · EGP
Living Cost
EGP300,000/yr
per year · EGP
PG Tuition
EGP450,000/yr
per year · EGP
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
EGP982,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EGP
Scholarships AvailableAcademic Achievement Scholarship,Cultural Scholarship,Athletic Scholarship,Public School Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Graduate,PhD,Executive Education,Continuing Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Political Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Mass Communication | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
Not Available
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with multinational corporations in the MENA region through the AUC Career Center.
Industry Connections
P&GMicrosoftUnileverShellPepsiCo
Notable Alumni
Rania Al-Mashat,Yuriko Koike,Maumoon Abdul Gayoom,Khaled Bichara
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-size pool,Paul B. Hannon Student Center,Indoor/Outdoor courts,Fitness Center
Student Clubs
70
Library Resources
The largest English-language library in Egypt, including the Rare Books and Special Collections Library.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available