For International Students: Learn About University Requirements in Egypt

Egypt is considered a distinguished educational destination for many international students due to its rich history in education and prestigious universities.

In this article, we will outline some general conditions and requirements for international students wishing to study at Egyptian universities.

Advantages of Studying in Egypt for Foreigners

- Historical and Modern Universities:

Egypt is home to some of the oldest universities in the world as well as advanced modern universities.

- Ease of Admission:

Admission processes are characterized by flexibility and relative ease compared to other countries.

- Cultural Diversity:

Egypt offers a culturally and historically diverse study environment.

- Living Cost:

The cost of education and living in Egypt is low and reasonable compared to other study destinations.

- Ease of Obtaining a Student Visa:

Visa procedures are flexible and relatively easy for incoming students at Egyptian universities.

University Tuition Fees for Non-Egyptian Students in Egypt

Here's the breakdown of graduate studies stages (Master's and Ph.D.) along with their associated costs in US dollars:

Major	Bachelor's degree	Graduate studies (Master's - Ph.D.)
Human Medicine	$6,000	$6,000
Dental Medicine	$6,000	$6,000
Pharmacy	$6,000	$6,500
Engineering	$5,000	$5,500
Computer Science	$5,000	$5,500
Physical Therapy	$5,000	$5,500
Agriculture	$5,000	$6,000
Sciences	$5,000	$5,500
Nursing	$5,000	$5,500
Commerce	$3,000	$4,500
Law	$3,000	$4,500
Education	$3,000	$4,500
Physical Education	$3,000	$4,500
Archaeology	$3,000	$4,500
Linguistics	$3,000	$4,500
Politics and Economics	$4,000	$4,500
Media	$3,000	$4,500
Applied Arts	$3,000	$4,500
Fine Arts	$3,000	$4,500
Health Sciences	$4,000	$5,000

These costs are estimates and may vary depending on the university and program.

Required Academic Grades According to Specialization

Study Major	Overall Grade
Medicine	70%
Dentistry	65%
Pharmacy	65%
Physical Therapy	60%
Veterinary Medicine	60%
Engineering	60%
Fine Arts	60%
Agriculture (Agri-Engineering)	60%
Sciences	55%
Fisheries Sciences	55%
Other Colleges	50%
Economics and Political Sciences	50%
Dentistry	50%

The Required Documents

- Recent Passport Photos:

Four recent passport photos.

- Valid Passport:

A clear copy of a valid passport, which must be valid for at least 6 months.

- Original Birth Certificate:

The original birth certificate authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Egyptian Embassy in the student's country.

- Original High School Certificate:

The original high school certificate or its equivalent, authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the student's country.

- Original High School Transcript:

The original high school transcript authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

- Equivalence Certificate:

If the student obtained their high school certificate from outside Egypt, they must obtain an equivalence certificate from the Supreme Council of Universities in Egypt.

- Standardized Test Results (for colleges requiring this test):

Some colleges such as Fine Arts, Applied Arts, and Physical Education may require passing a standardized test. The results of this test must be provided.

- Bachelor's Degree Certificate (for students applying for Master's degree):

The original graduation certificate for the Bachelor's degree, authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Egyptian Embassy.

- Bachelor's Degree Transcript (for Master's students):

The original transcript for the Bachelor's degree authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

- Master's Degree Certificate (for students applying for Ph.D.):

The original Master's degree certificate, authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Egyptian Embassy.

- Master's Degree Transcript (for Ph.D. students):

The original transcript for the Master's degree authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

These documents are essential for admission to Egyptian universities and should be prepared accordingly.

Steps to Obtain Equivalency from the Supreme Council of Universities in Egypt

- Submit Equivalence Request:

The application for equivalence should be submitted through the Supreme Council of Universities' website.

- Upload Required Documents:

Copies of authenticated certificates and transcripts must be uploaded.

- Payment of Equivalence Fees:

The applicable fees for the equivalence process must be paid.

- Track Application Progress:

The status of the application should be monitored through the Supreme Council of Universities' website.

Following these steps ensures a smooth process for obtaining the equivalence certificate.

The Steps To Apply For a Student Visa

- Obtaining University Acceptance Letter:

After receiving the final acceptance from the Egyptian university, a university acceptance letter will be issued.

- Applying for Visa:

The student should apply for a student visa at the Egyptian embassy or consulate in their country.

- Submission of Required Documents:

Required documents include:

University acceptance letter.
Valid passport.
Recent passport photos.
Proof of financial ability to cover tuition and living expenses.
Round-trip airline tickets.

- Follow-up with the Embassy:

The application status should be monitored, ensuring timely receipt of the visa.

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Ebrahim Alboray

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