Quick Summary
Ain Shams University, in Cairo, Egypt, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1950. Ranked #592 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 200000 students including 6.5% from outside Egypt. Known for strengths in Medicine, Petroleum Engineering, Pharmacy & Pharmacology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 70%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is one of the oldest and most prestigious public universities in the Arab world, offering globally recognized degrees in Medicine and Languages.
Subject Strengths
MedicinePetroleum EngineeringPharmacy & PharmacologyArchaeology
Founded1950
TypePublic
Total Students200000
Intl Students6.5%
Faculty Ratio24
CampusMulti-campus
Campus SizeUrban
Affiliated HospitalsAin Shams University Hospital,El-Demerdash Hospital,Ain Shams Specialized Hospital,Children's Hospital
AccreditationNational Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education (NAQAAE)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#592
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801-1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#701-800
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Medicine,Engineering,Science,Arts,Law,Commerce,Agriculture,Education,Nursing,Al-Alsun,Computer and Information Sciences
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Center for Nanotechnology,Middle East Research Center,Quality Assurance Center,Environmental Studies 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 Rate70%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline Β· September 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline Β· January 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students must apply through the Ministry of Higher Education's 'Wafeden' portal. Medical and Engineering tracks require high scores in secondary education.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Egyptian Pound
UG Tuition
EGP218,000/yr
per year Β· EGP
Living Cost
EGP194,000/yr
per year Β· EGP
PG Tuition
EGP266,000/yr
per year Β· EGP
Application Fee
$100
one time Β· USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
EGP416,850/yr
tuition + living + essentials Β· EGP
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Medicine,Engineering,Science,Arts,Law,Commerce,Agriculture,Education,Nursing,Al-Alsun,Computer and Information Sciences programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Pharmacy | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Languages (Al-Alsun) | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,000
Average Salary After Graduation
65%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Telecom EgyptPetrojetArab ContractorsNational Bank of Egypt
Notable Alumni
Ekmeleddin Δ°hsanoΔlu,Sherif Ismail,Abdel Aziz El-Shafei,Sameh Shoukry
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Stadium,Olympic Pool,Gymnasiums,Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
Student Union,Scientific Club,Literature Club,Theatrical Group
Library Resources
Central University Library,Faculty of Al-Alsun Library,Digital Research Database
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available