Quick Summary
Suez Canal University is a public founded in 1976, located in Ismailia, Egypt. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 45000 students including 5% from outside Egypt. Known for strengths in Medicine, Veterinary Science, Life Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 75%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Strategic location near the Suez Canal hub and strong clinical training in medicine and veterinary science.
Subject Strengths
MedicineVeterinary ScienceLife SciencesPharmacy
Founded1976
TypePublic
Total Students45000
Intl Students5%
Faculty Ratio22
CampusUrban
Campus Size1300 acres
Affiliated HospitalsSuez Canal University Hospital,Educational Hospital,Specialized University Hospital
AccreditationNational Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education (NAQAAE)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's Degrees,Postgraduate Diplomas,Master's Degrees,PhD Degrees
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Center of Excellence for Molecular and Cellular Medicine,Oncology Center,Fish Farming Research Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education (NAQAAE)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate75%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL60
Min GPA2
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · September 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should apply via the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education portal (Wafeden). Medical programs require higher scores and early application.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Egyptian Pound
UG Tuition
EGP145,000/yr
per year · EGP
Living Cost
EGP170,000/yr
per year · EGP
PG Tuition
EGP218,000/yr
per year · EGP
Application Fee
$150
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
EGP322,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EGP
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's Degrees,Postgraduate Diplomas,Master's Degrees,PhD Degrees programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Pharmacy | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Veterinary Medicine | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Petroleum Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,000
Average Salary After Graduation
68%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Suez Canal AuthorityIsmailia Free Zone CompaniesPetrojet
Notable Alumni
Dr. Hatem Hamdy,Leading Egyptian academics and government ministers
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Available
Student Clubs
true
Library Resources
Central Digital Library,Faculty of Medicine Specialized Library
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available