Quick Summary
Based in Tanta, Egypt, Tanta University is a public with roots dating back to 1972. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 125000 students including 4% from outside Egypt. Known for strengths in Medicine, Pharmacy, Clinical Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of Egypt's leading public institutions with a massive medical campus and high research output in clinical sciences.
Subject Strengths
MedicinePharmacyClinical MedicineAgricultural SciencesEngineering
Founded1972
TypePublic
Total Students125000
Intl Students4%
Faculty Ratio28
CampusUrban
Campus Size150 acres
Affiliated HospitalsTanta University Hospital, Emergency Hospital, Educational Hospital, Oncology Hospital, Pediatrics Hospital
AccreditationNAQAAE (National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education)
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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
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Masters, PhD, Professional Diplomas
Programs
Available in Medicine, Science, Pharmacy, Engineering, Education, Arts, Commerce, Law
PhD Programs
Limited - Blended Learning for specific diplomas
Online Programs
Center of Excellence in Cancer Research (CECR), Nanotechnology Center, Quality Assurance 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 Rate45%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · September 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should apply via the 'Study in Egypt' portal. High secondary school scores are required for medical and engineering faculties.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Egyptian Pound
UG Tuition
EGP1,500/yr
per year · EGP
Living Cost
EGP150,000/yr
per year · EGP
PG Tuition
EGP3,000/yr
per year · EGP
Application Fee
$150
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
EGP152,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EGP
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,000
Financial AidAvailable for domestic students based on merit and social conditions
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Masters, PhD, Professional Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Dentistry | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$4,800
Average Salary After Graduation
72%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong within Egypt, especially in medical and industrial sectors
Industry Connections
Ministry of HealthEgyptian Engineering SyndicateNational Research Centre
Notable Alumni
Nabil El-Araby (Diplomat), Various regional health ministers and academic leaders
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Stadium, Olympic Pool, Indoor Sports Halls
Student Clubs
Science Club, Scout Club, Art Club, Student Union
Library Resources
Central Library, Digital Library Access, Faculty-specific specialized libraries
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+ partnerships with European universities
Summer Programs
Available in Language Training and Medical Internships