Quick Summary
Based in New Cairo, Egypt, German University in Cairo is a private with roots dating back to 2002. The institution enrolls approximately 12000 students, with 3% being international. Known for strengths in Information Technology, Engineering, Management, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Combines German technical expertise with Egyptian cultural context, offering English-taught programs and high employability.
Subject Strengths
Information TechnologyEngineeringManagementPharmacy
Founded2002
TypePrivate
Total Students12000
Intl Students3%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusSuburban
Campus Size135 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationEgyptian Supreme Council of Universities, ACQUIN (Germany), ASIIN (Germany)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
Not Available
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
Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, Master of Business Administration, PhD
Programs
Engineering, Pharmacy, Management Technology
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Excellence Center for Engineering, Management Research Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Egyptian Supreme Council of Universities, ACQUIN (Germany), ASIIN (Germany)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA70% high school score minimum
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SAT1100
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Excel in the internal GUC English and Reasoning entrance exams, as they are mandatory for admission.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Egyptian Pound
UG Tuition
EGP375,000/yr
per year · EGP
Living Cost
EGP215,000/yr
per year · EGP
PG Tuition
EGP315,000/yr
per year · EGP
Application Fee
$40
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
EGP591,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EGP
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$3,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, Master of Business Administration, PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechatronics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Pharmacy | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Architecture | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Business Informatics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$15,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
SiemensMercedes-BenzBMWVodafoneDeutsche Bank
Notable Alumni
Mostafa Kandil (Swvl Founder)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized pool, football pitches, tennis courts, multi-purpose gymnasium
Student Clubs
GUC Eagles, Model United Nations, IEEE, Robotics Club
Library Resources
Extensive physical library with access to German Digital Library databases
Exchange Programs
Ulm University, Stuttgart University, Tübingen University
Summer Programs
Available