Quick Summary
Situated in Cairo, Egypt, Helwan University is a public established in 1975. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 185000 students including 4% from outside Egypt. Known for strengths in Art and Design, Mechanical Engineering, Tourism and Hotel Management, it maintains an acceptance rate of 70%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Helwan University is the primary hub for arts and technology in Egypt, offering unique specialized faculties not found elsewhere in the region.
Subject Strengths
Art and DesignMechanical EngineeringTourism and Hotel ManagementApplied Arts
Founded1975
TypePublic
Total Students185000
Intl Students4%
Faculty Ratio48
CampusUrban/Multi-site
Campus Size150 acres
Affiliated HospitalsHelwan University Hospital,Badr University Hospital
AccreditationNAQAAE (National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
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 Fine Arts,Bachelor of Engineering,Bachelor of Applied Arts,Bachelor of Commerce,Bachelor of Tourism and Hotel Management,Bachelor of Pharmacy,Bachelor of Nursing
Programs
PhD in Engineering,PhD in Fine Arts,PhD in Tourism and Hotel Management,PhD in Commerce
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Scientific Research Center,Technology Transfer Office,Engineering Consultation Center
Research Centers
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 Rate70%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL60
Min GPA2
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SAT1050
ACT22
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · September 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students must apply via the 'Study in Egypt' official platform. Priority is given to early applicants with authenticated high school transcripts.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Egyptian Pound
UG Tuition
EGP170,000/yr
per year · EGP
Living Cost
EGP170,000/yr
per year · EGP
PG Tuition
EGP220,000/yr
per year · EGP
Application Fee
$150
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
EGP347,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EGP
Scholarships AvailableEgyptian Government Scholarships,COMESA Scholarships,Helwan Excellence Awards
Avg Scholarship$2,000
Financial AidAvailable for domestic students based on social status
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Fine Arts,Bachelor of Engineering,Bachelor of Applied Arts,Bachelor of Commerce,Bachelor of Tourism and Hotel Management,Bachelor of Pharmacy,Bachelor of Nursing programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Arts | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechatronics Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Hotel Management | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Applied Arts | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$5,500
Average Salary After Graduation
62%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong ties with local manufacturing and hospitality industries in Greater Cairo.
Industry Connections
Egyptian Ministry of TourismArab Organization for IndustrializationNational Bank of Egypt
Notable Alumni
Various Egyptian Ministers,Leading Contemporary Artists,Engineering Leaders in the MENA region
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic size swimming pool,Football fields,Tennis courts,Multi-purpose gym
Student Clubs
Enactus Helwan,Robotics Club,Drama and Theater Society,Student Union
Library Resources
Central Library,Digital Access to Egyptian Knowledge Bank (EKB),Faculty-specific specialized libraries
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,DAAD Exchange Programs
Summer Programs
Arabic for Non-Native Speakers,Fine Arts Summer Workshops