🇪🇬 Study in Egypt
Strong in engineering, science, arts. Safety safe (16/100).
Egypt is one of the more affordable places to study abroad — living costs run about €250–€600 a month. Its academic strengths sit in engineering, science, arts. There is no post-study work visa at present, so plan your next step before you graduate. Admission is moderately competitive, and student visas process in around 20 days.
Affordable destination
Key facts · Egypt
Monthly cost
€250–600
Acceptance rate
Moderately competitive
Visa processing
~20d
Work visa
None
QS rank (best)
#347
Scholarships
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Degree tuition
~€3,000/yr
Degree tuition: ~€3,000/yr (median) — range €1,500–€16,000/yr across 15 degree programmes in the Meridian dataset. International-student fees and specific programmes can differ; confirm on the university's official page.
Official languages: ar. · How we calculate this
Risk score sources: Frankfurter/ECB (USD/EUR), UK FCDO Travel Advice (GOV.UK), EG Immigration Authority.
Figures are indicative estimates from the Meridian dataset — not official guidance. Always confirm current requirements on the official source before you decide.
Cost of living · Egypt
Rent
€150
Food
€100
Transport
€25
Other
€50
Monthly total
€325
Indicative monthly cost of living for a moderate lifestyle, ranging about €160–€590/mo from economic to comfortable — modeled estimates from the Meridian dataset; confirm current local prices before you budget.
Programs in Egypt
University degrees (34)
- Ain Shams UniversityAin Shams University is a public university located in Cairo, Egypt. Founded in 1950, the university provides education at the undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate levels.
- Al Azhar UniversityThe Al-Azhar University is a public university in Cairo, Egypt. Founded in 970, and associated with Al-Azhar Al-Sharif in Islamic Cairo, it is Egypt's oldest degree-granting university, and one of the oldest universities in the world.
- Alexandria UniversityAlexandria University is a public university in Alexandria, Egypt. It was established in 1938 as a satellite of Fouad University, becoming an independent entity in 1942.
- Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime TransportThe Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AASTMT) or (AAST) is a regional university operated by the Arab League, which runs programs in marine transportation, business, and engineering. Most of its campuses are in Egypt.
- Assiut UniversityAssiut University is a university located in Assiut, Egypt. It was established in October 1957 as the first university in Upper Egypt.
- Benha UniversityBenha University is an Egyptian government university in the city of Benha, the capital of Al Qalyubiyah Governorate.
Summer schools (6)
- Summer at AUC Bootcamps American University in CairoSummer at AUC Bootcamps American University in Cairo is a short-term summer camp in Cairo, Egypt, with an official programme page available for students exploring seasonal study options.
- WellSpring Camps CairoWellSpring Camps Cairo is a short-term summer camp in Cairo, Egypt, with an official programme page available for students exploring seasonal study options.
- WellSpring Summer Day Camp CairoWellSpring Summer Day Camp Cairo is a short-term summer camp in Cairo, Egypt, with an official programme page available for students exploring seasonal study options.
- AUC Arabic Language Intensive Summer ProgramAUC Arabic Language Intensive Summer Program is a summer English language programme in Cairo, offering intensive courses, cultural activities, and optional excursions for international students.
- Port Said Explore Egypt Ecosystems Summer SchoolPort Said Explore Egypt Ecosystems Summer School is a summer English language programme in Port Said, offering intensive courses, cultural activities, and optional excursions for international students.
- Port Said Red Sea Marine Ecosystems Summer SchoolPort Said Red Sea Marine Ecosystems Summer School is a summer English language programme in Port Said, offering intensive courses, cultural activities, and optional excursions for international students.
Foundation & pathway programs (3)
- ARU Cairo Foundation Year PathwayARU Cairo Foundation Year Pathway is a foundation pathway option in Cairo, Egypt, with an official programme page available for students preparing for further academic study.
- British University in Egypt International Foundation YearBritish University in Egypt International Foundation Year is a foundation pathway option in New Cairo, Egypt, with an official programme page available for students preparing for further academic study.
- Coventry University at The Knowledge Hub Foundation YearCoventry University at The Knowledge Hub Foundation Year is a foundation pathway option in Cairo, Egypt, with an official programme page available for students preparing for further academic study.
Language schools (19)
- ADK Central - Ägyptisch-Deutsches Kulturzentrum (Egyptian-German Cultural Centre)
- American Academy Egypt (English Language Courses)American Academy Egypt (English Language Courses) is a training provider offering General English, Conversation English, Business English, and English for Kids courses, as well as TOEFL and IELTS exam preparation. The academy is licensed by Egypt's Ministry of Manpower, accredited with ISO 9001/2015 certification, and operates as an authorized testing center for international exams including TOEFL IBT.
- AMIDEAST Egypt English for Kids and Teens CairoAMIDEAST Egypt English for Kids and Teens Cairo is a language programme provider in Cairo, Egypt, with an official programme page available for learners exploring language study options.
- Amideast Egypt (English Language Programs)
- Amideast EgyptAmideast is a U.S. non-profit organization that works to strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation between Americans and the peoples of the Middle East and North Africa, and to offer opportunities for learning and training. Established in 1951 and based in Washington, DC, the organization since 2023 has been headed by CEO Ambassador (ret) Greta C. Holtz. By 2016, Amideast had provided English language and professional training to 58,000 students, gave lectures on education in USA to 87,000 attendants, administered 200,000 tests, and offered scholarships to 1,700 applicants. As of 2018, Amideast had provided its services to 500,000 people.
- Berlitz Language Center Egypt
Exchange programs (11)
- AIESEC in EgyptAIESEC in Egypt is the Egyptian chapter of a global youth-run organization that offers exchange programs including volunteer abroad, international internships, and teaching opportunities. The organization, which operates in 126 countries and has engaged over 1,000,000 young people since its founding in 1948, aims to develop leadership skills and intercultural understanding among young people under 30.
- American University in Cairo - International Programs and Services OfficeThe American University in Cairo is a private liberal arts university in New Cairo, Egypt. The university offers American-style learning programs at undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels, along with a continuing education program. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education in the United States and Egypt's National Authority for Quality Assurance and Assessment of Education.
- American University in Cairo Visiting Study AbroadAmerican University in Cairo Visiting Study Abroad is an exchange-oriented study option linked to Cairo, Egypt, with an official programme page available for students exploring temporary academic mobility opportunities.
- Amideast EgyptAmideast is a U.S. non-profit organization that works to strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation between Americans and the peoples of the Middle East and North Africa, and to offer opportunities for learning and training. Established in 1951 and based in Washington, DC, the organization since 2023 has been headed by CEO Ambassador (ret) Greta C. Holtz. By 2016, Amideast had provided English language and professional training to 58,000 students, gave lectures on education in USA to 87,000 attendants, administered 200,000 tests, and offered scholarships to 1,700 applicants. As of 2018, Amideast had provided its services to 500,000 people.
- Fulbright Commission in EgyptThe Binational Fulbright Commission in Egypt is an organization offering educational exchange programs for both Egyptian and American participants. Programs for Egyptians include student grants for master's degrees and PhDs, scholar grants for research and professional development, and professional programs such as the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship. Programs for Americans include scholar grants, student grants for doctoral dissertation research, and critical language enhancement awards.
- iEARN-Egypt (Egyptian Educational Resources Association)Egypt, officially the Arab Republic of Egypt, is a country spanning the northeast corner of Africa and southwest corner of Asia via the Sinai Peninsula. It is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north, Palestine and Israel to the northeast, the Red Sea to the east, Sudan and the Sahara to the south, and Libya to the west. The Gulf of Aqaba in the northeast separates Egypt from Jordan and Saudi Arabia. Cairo is the capital, largest city, and leading cultural centre, while Alexandria is the second-largest city and an important hub of industry and tourism. With over 107 million inhabitants, Egypt is the most populous country in the Arab world, third-most populous country in Africa, and 15th-most populated in the world.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study in Egypt?
International students typically need about €250–€600 per month for living costs in Egypt.
Can I work after graduating in Egypt?
Egypt does not currently offer a post-study work visa.
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