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 city in the Arab world, AUC is an ideal place to explore your academic interests while you become immersed in Egyptian 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
For undergraduate applicants: Minimum GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent) and a minimum of 30 credit hours completed at your home institution. For students from non-English language universities, submit either valid 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.
For graduate applicants: Be currently enrolled in a graduate program. For students from non-English language universities, submit any of the following scores that are no more than two years old from your anticipated first date of enrollment: Cambridge English minimum total score of 176 and 185 in writing, International iBT TOEFL minimum total score of 79 and 21 in writing, or Academic IELTS minimum total score of 6.5 and 7 in writing.
MEET APPLICATION DEADLINES
Refer to AUC’s application deadlines listed for study abroad/non-degree students. Note that your home institution may require an additional application with earlier deadlines.
APPLY ONLINE
Visit the application menu to read through the application checklist and complete your online form. Applicants for the Arabic Language Intensive Program should fill out the application listed under the “Arabic Language Institute."
SELECT COURSES
Browse courses in the AUC Catalog. Once accepted into the program, follow the steps outlined for academic advising and course registration. If you have any questions or would like to request a course syllabus, email the International Programs Office at ipoadvisors@aucegypt.edu.
IMPORTANT DATES
SPRING 2020
Start Date: January 28, 2020
End Date: May 23, 2020
Program Length: 17 Weeks
Recommended Credits: 12-15
Application Deadline: December 25, 2019
SUMMER 2020 - Intensive Arabic Language Program
Start Date: June 8, 2020
End Date: July 22, 2020
Program Length: 7 weeks
Recommended Credits: 6-8 (20 contact hours/week)
Application Deadline: May 2, 2020
For regular summer sessions, click here.
FALL 2020
Arrival Date: August 31, 2020
Departure Date: December 18, 2020
Program Length: 17 Weeks
Recommended Credits: 12-15
Application Deadline: June 1, 2020
For the full academic calendar, click here
COSTS
ESTIMATED TOTAL SEMESTER COST: $15,000
COST BREAKDOWN:
Tuition: $11,025 (maximum for 15 credits). Click here for details.
Housing: $1,014 (double room). Click here for all room types and rates.
Visa: $25 (upon arrival). Click here for more information on visa matters.
Medical Insurance: $200. Click here for more details on medical insurance.
Personal Expenses: $2,000
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. Please first meet with your study abroad and academic advisors to learn about transferring aid.
Click here to learn more about AUC scholarships for undergraduate and graduate non-degree/study abroad students.
AUC also partners with the Fund for Education Abroad, to offer scholarships to eligible undergraduate students. Click here for details.
Cultural Immersion
Hear from AUC Study Abroad Students
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.
AUC is an exceptional university; the opportunities offered here are impressive. Meeting other international students was fascinating, as we all found a certain beauty in Egypt — unlike anywhere else. I look forward to joining student clubs, improving my Arabic and making lifelong friends.
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's interactive map here.
AUC 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.
New International Students
With the beginning of the new academic year, AUC welcomes the new international students from all over the globe. So the question here is how do they find their new university, and how do they spend their time here on campus? Toka Omar answers these questions and more in this story.
Language Immersion at The American University in Cairo
Study abroad student Ian Rollo saw his time at AUC as a valuable opportunity for language immersion. Through his exchange program in Cairo, he's been able to experience Egyptian Arabic spoken in context and prepare to use these skills across the Middle East.
Study Abroad: Experiencing Cairo Through AUC
Dean of Students George Marquis SAB '81, MA '87 Associate Vice President for Advancement Kim Jackson '84 and Olivia Smith, current study-abroad student from Bard College, recount their unique and life-changing experiences studying abroad at AUC and experiencing Cairo.
Egypt's Global University
With its international faculty, advanced research, liberal arts program, diverse community and expansive alumni network, AUC is Egypt's global university.
The Heya Club
Heya: The Women's Initiative uses dialogue and art to explore women's issues and promote sustainable development. Heya is a UN Women endorsed initiative.
100 Years of Service to the Community
As AUC celebrates 100 years in the service of others, we stop and shine a light on the AUC students, alumni, faculty, and staff behind the most impactful community service projects and initiatives.
Important Resources
Academic Resources
Non-Academic Resources
Contact Information
International Programs Office
If you are based outside of the U.S. or if you attend one of AUC’s partner universities listed here, contact AUC’s International Programs Office at ipoadvisors@aucegypt.edu to learn about your opportunities to study abroad at AUC. Note that the work week in Cairo is Sunday through Thursday.
US Recruitment Manager
If you are based in the U.S. and do not attend one of AUC’s partner universities, email questions to Sarah Shalash at sarahshalash@aucegypt.edu or call 9-5 ET at +1-347-237-0963.
