Study Abroad
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. AUC is Egypt’s global university, allowing study abroad students to build relationships with a diverse student body and gain important global perspectives.
Popular Programs
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.
Studying Arabic
Cultural Immersion
Hear from Study Abroad Students
I decided to pursue a semester abroad at AUC because of its Center for Migration and Refugee Studies. The center and professors here are highly acclaimed. I’m very excited to be in such a historic city and to visit its wonderful museums.
I chose to come here because I really like Egypt, even though it’s my first time to visit. It’s safe, and my parents really liked that everything is nicely explained on the AUC website. AUC is beautiful and huge, and everybody is very open and kind. I’ll be taking interesting courses that we don’t have in Holland and hopefully improve my Arabic, inshaaAllah.
Since I’ve come to Cairo, I’ve never felt in danger. AUC, in particular, is one of the safest environments that exist in Egypt and it’s frankly much safer than a lot of places I could have been to in the West.
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CAMPUS EXPERIENCE
New Cairo Campus
Designed to accommodate 5,500 full-time students and 1,500 faculty and staff, AUC’s $400 million, 260-acre campus is technologically advanced and environmentally sensitive. Check out our campus interactive map here.
Student Residences
Living on-campus or near campus is a convenient and elevating experience for students. We, at the University Residences, provide living options that will serve as your home during your academic journey.
Safety and Security
At AUC, we recognize that a university campus serves as the center of a student’s academic and cultural experience, and our Office of Safety and Security is committed to providing a safe, secure and welcoming campus environment for our global community of students from more than 50 countries.
Research, Internships and Service
Research
AUC houses state-of-the-art research centers and facilities that promote collaborative research across a wide array of disciplines. As a study abroad student, you have access and resources to carry out research.
Internships
AUC’s Career Center can help place study abroad students in internships. Once enrolled at AUC, you can work with the Center to find opportunities in the city.
Service
AUC has a long tradition of community service in Cairo and greater Egypt. As a study abroad student, you can join student community service clubs or enroll in a community-based learning course.
Important Resources
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.
