Established in 1908, Cairo University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Giza (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Egypt, Cairo University (CU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: over-45,000 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Cairo University (CU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 111 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 90-100% making this Egyptian higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Name | Cairo University |
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Name | جامعة القاهرة |
Acronym | CU |
Founded | 1908 |
Colours | Gold and blue |
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Address | 5th Ahmed Zewail st. (Tharwat st.) - Dokki Giza (population range: over 5,000,000) 12613 Giza Egypt |
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T | +20 (2) 3335 5356 |
F | +20 (2) 568 8884 |
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Local students Local student | 0-1,000 US$ (0-750 Euro) |
0-1,000 US$ (0-750 Euro) |
International students Int'l student | 1,000-2,500 US$ (750-1,800 Euro) |
2,500-5,000 US$ (1,800-3,700 Euro) |
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International Students | Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission |
Selection Type | Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades |
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Admission Office | Postgraduate and Graduate Affairs Office Giza 12613 +20 35705801 |
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Ministry of Higher Education, Egypt
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