Quick Summary
Assiut University is a public founded in 1957, located in Assiut, Egypt. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 84650 students including 2.2% from outside Egypt. Known for strengths in Pharmacy, Medicine, Agriculture, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of Egypt's top-tier research hubs with a specialized medical complex serving all of Upper Egypt.
Subject Strengths
PharmacyMedicineAgricultureChemical EngineeringVeterinary Science
Founded1957
TypePublic
Total Students84650
Intl Students2.2%
Faculty Ratio24
CampusUrban
Campus Size600 acres
Affiliated HospitalsAssiut University Main Hospital, Pediatric University Hospital, Women's Health Hospital, Oncology Center
AccreditationNational Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education (NAQAAE)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
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, Pharmacy, Engineering, Agriculture, Science, Education, Law, Arts, Commerce, Veterinary Medicine, Nursing, Physical Education, Social Work
Programs
Doctor of Philosophy in Science, Engineering, Medicine, and Humanities
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Sugar Technology Research Institute, Molecular Biology Research Center, Integrated Technology Education Cluster
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 Rate45%
IELTS6
TOEFL75
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · September 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students must apply through the 'Study in Egypt' portal (Wafeden). Medical and Engineering programs require high scores in secondary education equivalents.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Egyptian Pound
UG Tuition
EGP169,000/yr
per year · EGP
Living Cost
EGP145,000/yr
per year · EGP
PG Tuition
EGP217,000/yr
per year · EGP
Application Fee
$100
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
EGP318,800/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EGP
Scholarships AvailableMinistry of Higher Education Scholarships, Africa Fellowships
Avg Scholarship$2,000
Financial AidAvailable for domestic students via social solidarity funds
Work-StudyLimited
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Medicine, Pharmacy, Engineering, Agriculture, Science, Education, Law, Arts, Commerce, Veterinary Medicine, Nursing, Physical Education, Social Work programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MBBCh Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| B.Pharm Pharmacy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Agricultural Sciences | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$4,500
Average Salary After Graduation
68%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh for clinical and technical tracks via university-owned facilities
Industry Connections
Strong links with the Egyptian Sugar and Integrated Industries Company (ESIIC) and local agricultural sectors
Notable Alumni
Ibrahim Deif, Mostafa Bakri
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic Swimming Pool, University Stadium, Indoor Sports Halls
Student Clubs
Student Union, Scientific Societies, Art and Culture Clubs
Library Resources
Central University Library, Digital Library Portal, Faculty Specific Libraries
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, IADS Exchange, African Union University Network
Summer Programs
Available for clinical rotations and language studies