Campus 2026

About Campus 2026

Since the early development plans for the New Cairo campus, the University anticipated additional buildings. In 2020, through a process of community consultations, AUC developed an updated master plan that identified several new projects. Today, AUC's campus development project, Campus 2026, provides a revitalized vision for the future of AUC New Cairo in support of the University's strategic priorities. The three new projects will enhance the student experience by incorporating state-of-the-art technology, fully accessible facilities and sustainable structures that contribute positively to climate change goals. Connecting students to the real-world, providing an ecosystem for innovation and serving the future of work, the buildings embody a bold vision for the future of AUC.

Recent Updates

With the start of Campus 2026 construction work, a portion of the jogging track has been temporarily closed. To ensure the safety of the AUC community, check this map for the current jogging track (highlighted in dark red). In addition, temporary fencing will be installed around the site, and earthwork will be conducted to prepare the ground for construction. There will be no disruptions to campus operations or existing parking spaces during the project.

In preparation for the next phase of construction work on the Campus 2026 project, Gate 2 will remain closed until the end of June 2025. Parking lot “I” which is adjacent to Gate will open as of Sunday, February 2 for the start of the semester.

Construction Updates

After months of ongoing site preparation, AUC is now transitioning into the next construction phase for its visionary Campus 2026 development project. Check snapshots from the live construction site.

With the start of construction activities for Campus 2026, some internal road changes will take place to allow the general contractor to move as needed within the construction site. Check this map indicating the opened and closed portions of the internal road.

Due to the partial road closure, those who access the campus through Gate 1 and park in the parking lot I, J, or L will need to drive past Watson house and the Gate 1 visitors' lot in order to reach Gate 5 or Gate 4. Likewise, those who enter through Gates 4 or 5 will need to turn left upon entering and drive past the Gate 1 Visitors Lot and Watson House in order to reach Parking Lot I, J, or L. This change took place starting Sunday, March 22, and will remain in place until further notice.