Study in Egypt 🇪🇬
30 Universities
821 Programs
$2k–$6k/yr Tuition
Egypt is home to 30 universities offering 821 programs to international students. Tuition ranges from $2k–$6k/yr — some of the most affordable in the world. The primary language of instruction is Arabic, with many programs available fully in English.
Top Student Cities in Egypt
6th of October City
1 university
Alexandria
2 universities
Arish & Qantara
1 university
Assiut
1 university
Aswan
1 university
Badr City
1 university
Benha
1 university
Beni Suef
1 university
Cairo
8 universities
Damietta
1 university
Fayoum
1 university
Galala
1 university
Giza
2 universities
Ismailia
1 university
Kafr El Sheikh
1 university
Mansoura
1 university
Minia
1 university
Qena
1 university
Ras Sudr, Sharm El Sheikh, Tur Sinai
1 university
Tanta
1 university
Zagazig
1 university
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Cairo University
Giza, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $6k - $12k/yr
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Galala University
Galala, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $10k - $15k/yr
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Aswan University
Aswan, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $1.5k - $4k/yr
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Alexandria University
Alexandria, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $4k - $9k/yr
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The American University in Cairo
Cairo, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Private $18k - $25k/yr 
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German University in Cairo
Cairo, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Private Non-Profit $10k - $15k/yr
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Mansoura University
Mansoura, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $3k - $7k/yr 
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Ain Shams University
Cairo, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $5k - $10k/yr
#5 Assiut University
Assiut, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $2.5k - $6k/yr
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Zagazig University
Zagazig, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $2k - $5k/yr 
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British University in Egypt
Cairo, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Private $12k - $18k/yr 
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Al-Azhar University
Cairo, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $2k - $5k/yr
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Tanta University
Tanta, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $2k - $5k/yr
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Benha University
Benha, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $2k - $5k/yr
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Kafr El Sheikh University
Kafr El Sheikh, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $1.5k - $4k/yr 
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Helwan University
Cairo, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $3k - $6k/yr
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Beni Suef University
Beni Suef, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $1.5k - $4k/yr
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Suez Canal University
Ismailia, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $2k - $5k/yr
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Fayoum University
Fayoum, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $1.5k - $4k/yr
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South Valley University
Qena, 🇪🇬 Egypt
Public $1.5k - $4k/yr Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to study in Egypt?
Tuition in Egypt ranges from $2k–$6k/yr. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) average $4,000.
How many universities are in Egypt?
Abroadly lists 30 universities across 21 cities in Egypt, offering 821 programs at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Do I need to speak Arabic to study in Egypt?
While Arabic is the official language of Egypt, many universities offer fully English-taught programs — especially at Master's level. Some universities also offer free or subsidized language courses for international students.
What are the most popular subjects to study in Egypt?
The most popular fields for international students in Egypt include: Engineering, Computer Science, Pharmacy, Business Administration, Medicine. Egypt is particularly renowned for its programs in Engineering and Computer Science.
