Non-Degree Study Abroad Students
ARE YOU A NON-DEGREE STUDENT SEEKING TO STUDY ABROAD FOR A SEMESTER OR A YEAR IN ONE OF THE MOST VIBRANT CITIES IN THE ARAB WORLD, AUC IS YOUR IDEAL DESTINATION!
Located in the heart of the Middle East, The American University in Cairo (AUC) is a state-of-the-art, US-accredited, English-language University. Established 100 years ago, AUC is one of the oldest liberal arts institutions in the region. Located in the most populous and one of the most vibrant cities in the Arab world, AUC is an ideal place to explore your academic interests while you become immersed in a new culture.
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HOW TO APPLY
MEET ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Undergraduate applicants: A minimum GPA of 2.0 (or equivalent) and a minimum of 30 credit hours already completed at your home institution. Students from non-English language universities must submit either international TOEFL or IELTS scores for admission consideration. A minimum of 83 in TOEFL total score and 22 in writing or a minimum of 6.5 in IELTS band score and 7 in writing is required. Applicants coming from non-English-language universities must demonstrate competency that places them in or above RHET 1010: Freshman Writing. If international applicants do not meet the TOEFL or IELTS scores that place them in RHET 1010: Freshman Writing, they are required to participate in the Department of English Language Instruction based on their TOEFL or academic IELTS scores.
Graduate applicants: For regular study abroad (non-Arabic Language Intensive Program), you must be currently enrolled in a graduate program. Students from non-English language universities must submit scores from an international English proficiency exam. Check the requirements here.
MEET APPLICATION DEADLINES
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APPLY ONLINE
Visit the application menu to complete your online form. Arabic Language Intensive Program applicants should fill out the application under the “Arabic Language Institute." While filling out the application, exchange applicants should click the ‘Exchange’ checkbox.
SUBMIT ADDITIONAL MATERIALS
Once you submit your online form, you will receive a confirmation email from AUC’s Office of Admissions with next steps, including sending in materials outlined on the application checklist.
SELECT COURSES
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IMPORTANT DATES
The dates below are applicable to general study abroad. If you are interested in AUC's semester-long or summer Arabic Language Intensive programs, click here for important dates.
FALL SEMESTER STUDY ABROAD
Program dates: Late August - Late December. Click here for detailed semester dates.
Undergraduate application deadline: June 1*
Graduate application deadline: December 15
*If you are applying for an AUC semester study abroad scholarship, check the earlier deadlines here.
SPRING SEMESTER STUDY ABROAD
Program dates: Late Jan - Late May. Click here for detailed semester dates.
Undergraduate application deadline: December 15*
Graduate application deadline: October 15
*If you are applying for an AUC semester study abroad scholarship, check the earlier deadlines here.
SUMMER SESSION STUDY ABROAD (No credit-bearing Arabic courses offered)
Program dates: Early June - Late July. Click here for detailed session dates.
Undergraduate application deadline: May 1
Graduate application deadline: December 15
WINTER SESSION (No credit-bearing Arabic courses offered)
Program dates: First three weeks in January. Click here for detailed session dates.
Undergraduate application deadline: November 15
For all academic calendars, click here.
COSTS
ESTIMATED SEMESTER COST: $16,500 - 17,500
ESTIMATED COST BREAKDOWN:
Tuition: $11,025 (maximum for 15 credits). Click here for details.
On-Campus Housing: $1,125 (standard double room). Click here for all room types and rates.
Student Fees: $155
AUC Health Insurance: $175. Click here for more details.
Visas: $125 (tourist visa upon arrival for most nationalities + student visa paid on campus during orientation).
Airfare, Food, Personal Expenses: $4,000 - 5,000
SCHOLARSHIPS
Students who receive federal or institutional financial aid at their home universities may be able to apply it to study abroad program costs at AUC. First meet with your study abroad students to learn about transferring aid. AUC also offers scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students. Click here to learn more.
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Hear from Study Abroad Students
I spent four months in Egypt for my exchange semester. I can only say that the experience was incredible! The animation in Cairo is unique, the hectic environment and complete uncertainty bring you to random places at random times. Living in the eventful Zamalek for my whole stay, coming to campus was always a leisure and relaxing activity.
Denis Caro-Lognoul-Brasseur
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Contact Information
If you have not submitted an application
If you are interested in learning more and have not yet submitted an application, contact Sarah Shalash in New York Office at sarahshalash@aucegypt.edu or call +1-347-237-0963 from 9am-5pm EST.
If you have submitted an application
If you have already submitted an application and have questions, contact the Office of International Programs and Services at ipoadvisors@aucegypt.edu. Note that the work week in Cairo is Sunday through Thursday.
