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American University In Cairo

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American University in Cairo History

American University in Cairo is an English-language university and preparatory school which is located in Cairo, Egypt. It was founded in 1919 by the American Mission in Egypt. The Founder of the University is Charles A. Watson who wanted to establish a western institution for higher education. The university enrolled its first female student in 1928. The same year the University graduated its first class, with two Bachelor of Arts and one Bachelor of Sciences degrees awarded.

American University in Cairo Programs, Courses, and Schools

 American University in Cairo provides 37 bachelor's degrees, 44 master's degrees, and 2 doctoral degrees in applied sciences and engineering. They also offer graduate diplomas in five schools that are Business, Global Affairs and Public Policy, Humanities and Social Sciences, Sciences and Engineering, and the Graduate School of Education.

American University in Cairo Campuses

American University in Cairo has 2 campuses which are known as Tahrir Square Campus and New Cairo campus.  Tahrir Square campus was developed on all sides of the Khairy Pasha Palace. The palace inspired an architectural style that has been reciprocated throughout Cairo. New Cairo Campus offers advanced facilities for research and learning, also the modern resources needed to support campus life. The New Cairo campus provides six schools and ten research centers.

American University in Cairo Achievements and USP

American University in Cairo provides different kinds of Scholarships for International students which are Categorized as Need-Based Scholarships, Need-Based AUC Funded Scholarships, Need-Based Named Scholarships, Merit-Based Named Scholarships, Scholarships. These Scholarships are totally based on Merit and Need. Overall these scholarships are reserved for students with strong academic qualifications who demonstrate high financial need. 

American University in Cairo Notable Alumni

Aida el Ayoubi (singer, songwriter, and guitarist), Anne Aly (Australian political scholar, academic and counter-terrorism expert), Dan Stoenescu (Romanian minister, diplomat, political scientist and journalist), Amr Waked (actor).

American University In Cairo Programs

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American University In Cairo Application Requirements

2
GPA
30
IB
70
Percentage

IELTS score requirements

A strong proficiency in the English language is essential for admission into universities in Egypt. To be able to get a successful admission in American University In Cairo in Egypt students need to complete IELTS with a minimum score of 6.5.

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American University In Cairo Deadlines

Bachelors: October 1

Masters: October 15

Deadlines may vary for each program. Please visit the program page for specific deadlines.

American University In Cairo Rankings

Global

416
QS
801 -1000
Times Higher Education
482
GTU Rank

Regional

Africa
6
Times Higher Education

Regional

Arab Region
28
US News
11
QS
16
Times Higher Education

Regional

Emerging Economies
122
Times Higher Education
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