Quick Summary
Since 2005, The British University in Egypt has been one of Egypt's prominent privates, based in El Sherouk City, Cairo. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 11200 students including 4% from outside Egypt. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Business Administration, Pharmacy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 55%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Dual degree accreditation from Egypt and the UK, modern campus facilities, and high graduate employability.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringBusiness AdministrationPharmacyEngineering - Mechanical
Founded2005
TypePrivate
Total Students11200
Intl Students4%
Faculty Ratio21
CampusSuburban
Campus Size40 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationSupreme Council of Universities (Egypt), Quality Assurance Agency (QAA - UK), validated by London South Bank University and Queen Margaret University
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201–1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate and Postgraduate degrees in Engineering, Business, Informatics, Nursing, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Law, Arts, Energy, and Political Science.
Programs
Engineering, Business Administration, Political Science, Informatics
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Centre for Renewable Energy, Nanotechnology Centre, Centre for Drug Discovery and Development, Egypt-China Renewable Energy Laboratory
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Supreme Council of Universities (Egypt), Quality Assurance Agency (QAA - UK), validated by London South Bank University and Queen Margaret University
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate55%
IELTS6
TOEFL70
Min GPA3.0/4.0 or 70%
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATRequired for American Diploma (minimum 1050)
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Early application is advised as programs like Dentistry and Pharmacy fill up quickly. Ensure English proficiency requirements are met via BUE's internal English test or IELTS.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Egyptian Pound
UG Tuition
EGP215,000/yr
per year · EGP
Living Cost
EGP145,000/yr
per year · EGP
PG Tuition
EGP165,000/yr
per year · EGP
Application Fee
$65
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
EGP363,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EGP
Scholarships AvailableAcademic Excellence, Sports, Sibling, and Special Talent Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidAvailable based on socio-economic status
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate and Postgraduate degrees in Engineering, Business, Informatics, Nursing, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Law, Arts, Energy, and Political Science. programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dentistry | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$7,200
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with multinational corporations and Egyptian industrial leaders
Industry Connections
VodafoneMicrosoftOrangeNational Bank of EgyptHalliburton
Notable Alumni
Prominent business leaders, media personalities, and healthcare professionals in the MENA region
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized swimming pool, football fields, tennis courts, multi-purpose sports hall, and gym
Student Clubs
Enactus, Model United Nations, Robotics Club, Charity Club, Music Club
Library Resources
Extensive physical and digital library with access to UK partner university databases
Exchange Programs
Yes (London South Bank University, Queen Margaret University)
Summer Programs
Available