Quick Summary
Since 1938, Alexandria University has been one of Egypt's prominent publics, based in Alexandria. Ranked #901-950 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 195000 students including 5% from outside Egypt. Known for strengths in Medicine, Engineering - Mechanical, Pharmacy & Pharmacology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Historical prestige, highly competitive medical and engineering faculties, and its location in the cultural capital of the Mediterranean.
Subject Strengths
MedicineEngineering - MechanicalPharmacy & PharmacologyAgriculture & ForestryCivil Engineering
Founded1938
TypePublic
Total Students195000
Intl Students5%
Faculty Ratio26
CampusUrban
Campus Size700 acres
Affiliated HospitalsAlexandria University Main Hospital, El-Hadara University Hospital, Smouha University Hospital, Shatby Children's Hospital
AccreditationNAQAAE (National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#901-950
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Graduate Diplomas
Programs
Available in Engineering, Science, Medicine, Arts, Law, Commerce, Agriculture
PhD Programs
Hybrid learning options available for specific diplomas
Online Programs
High Institute of Public Health, Medical Research Institute, Institute of Graduate Studies and Research
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
NAQAAE (National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate15%
IELTS6
TOEFL75
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SAT1200
ACT24
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should apply via the 'Study in Egypt' portal early; ensure all high school certificates are authenticated by the Egyptian embassy.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Egyptian Pound
UG Tuition
EGP220,000/yr
per year · EGP
Living Cost
EGP170,000/yr
per year · EGP
PG Tuition
EGP270,000/yr
per year · EGP
Application Fee
$100
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
EGP395,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EGP
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Graduate Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Commerce | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Law | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,000
Average Salary After Graduation
72%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong clinical and engineering placements within national firms and university hospitals
Industry Connections
Egyptian General Petroleum CorporationArab ContractorsVarious National Banks
Notable Alumni
Ahmed Zewail, Mohamed ElBaradei, Tawfiq al-Hakim
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized swimming pools, football stadiums, multi-purpose gymnasiums
Student Clubs
Student Union, Enactus, IEEE Alexandria Student Branch, Model United Nations
Library Resources
Alexandria University Central Library, Faculty of Arts Heritage Library
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, bilateral agreements with European and American universities
Summer Programs
Arabic Language for Foreigners, Egyptian Archaeology Summer School