Graduate Studies Manual

AUC is distinguished by its interdisciplinary curricula that bring students and faculty from different academic disciplines together to address challenges in Egypt, the Middle East and across the world. The University admits outstanding graduate students, who demonstrate the ability to conduct creative and original work. AUC’s state-of-the-art campus boasts world-class faculty members, quality research facilities and a vibrant academic environment.

This graduate studies manual encompasses the procedures and practices for different aspects of graduate studies at AUC, for reference to graduate students, program directors, academic advisors, thesis supervisors and program administrative staff members.

I. Academic Integrity

Academic Integrity at AUC

II. Academic Requirements and Regulation

1. Planned Leave of Absence
2. Enrollment Status and Time Limit for a Degree Completion
3. Academic Load
4. Incomplete Work
5. Probation, Dismissal, Course Repeat and Retake
6. Withdrawal from the University
7. Remedial English Language Requirements

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III. Resources

1. Fellowships
2. Financial Aid
3. Teaching Assistantships
4. Work-Study Program
5. Support Grants
6. Teaching Assistants and Graduate Students Professional Development Program (TAGS)
7. Workshops
8. Library
9. Mohamed Taymour Writing and Communication Center
10. Career Center
11. Residential Life
12. Visa Matters
13. Student Well-Being
14. Campus Life
15. Exchange Program for Graduate Students

IV. Thesis Cycle and Guidelines

1. Thesis Requirements
2. Thesis Guidelines
3. IRB and CAPMAS
4. Thesis Template
5. Thesis Submission

V. Comprehensive Examinations

1. Catalog Requirement
2. Examination Dates and Grade Reporting

VI. Roles and Responsibilities

Roles and Responsibilities

VII. Graduate Advisory Council

The Graduate Advisory Council is chaired by the dean of graduate studies and is composed of the program directors of the different graduate programs as well as representatives from the Office of the Dean of Graduate Studies, the English Language Institute, the AUC Library, as well as a graduate student representative from the Graduate Student Association (GSA).

The council deliberates on policy and procedural issues related to the different aspects of graduate studies at AUC. Decisions are taken by a majority vote. This ensures shared governance and program buy-in for policies and procedures in place.

VIII. Graduate Studies Forms

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Forms available at the Office of the Registrar

IX. Student Grievance Policy and Procedures 

Grievance Policy and Procedures