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The mission of Cairo University is to enhance the learning process through interactive learning methods and modern information technologies. CU qualifies students for the challenges of a rapidly changing environment by giving them the skills needed for their success in today’s global markets.

History

The emergence of CU in 1908 was a dream that renowned Egyptian thinkers and philosophers had for a long time. For some time, social thinkers called for the establishment of an Egyptian University that would become a beacon for liberal thought and would lay groundwork for a comprehensive academic revival in all fields of knowledge.

Research

The Public Opinion Research Center was founded in 1982 as a special scientific and consultative research and training unit to be affiliated with the Faculty of Mass Communications at Cairo University. The center is a technically, financially and administratively independent entity and was established in the context of the Cairo Universitys taking direction into reviving research into the public opinion, taking an interest in the peoples issues, and organizing research efforts to be integrated and harmonious with one another in order to create a tightly-knit atmosphere that will help increase the scientific output of researchers and Cairo University as a whole.

Cairo University Key Statistics & Highlights

  • #347 Ranking
  • 45 Scholarships
  • 5,988 Academic Staff
  • 231,150 Students
  • 6,935 Students (int'l)
  • 110,952 Students (female)
  • Public Institution Type

Cairo University Overview

Cairo University Scholarships

Cairo University Scholarships

Below you will find scholarships related to Cairo University. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mundus MAPP
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based

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Headway
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based

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Moving Mates
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based

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ACES: The Society for Editing
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest

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Ayn Rand Institute
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 SEK
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Kreditkortlistan Financial Scholarship
Merit-based

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Enkla Media - Kreditkortlistan
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
CryptoRunner Scholarship

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CryptoRunner
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2026
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available

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Cairo University Student Reviews & Awards

3.7

Based on 100 reviews

  • 5 Star
    20 Reviews
  • 4 Star
    45 Reviews
  • 3 Star
    23 Reviews
  • 2 Star
    6 Reviews
  • 1 Star
    6 Reviews
4/5

The faculty of engineering at Cairo University

It is a great experience to be a part of the faculty of Engineering at Cairo University, as I have learnt a lot at this place and got touched with different smart students and their cultures.

Posted by Mahmoud Rady
Studied from Oct 2021 - Jun 2026
Posted on Jan 2026
4/5

I am good in study but have financial defficult

What I really liked: I really appreciated the quality of the teaching and the dedication of most instructors. The curriculum was generally well-structured and helped me build a solid theoretical foundation, while also encouraging critical thinking and self-directed learning. I also valued the diversity of perspectives among students and staff, which created a stimulating academic environment and enriched discussions. What can be improved: Some courses could benefit from more practical or hands-on components to better connect theory with real-world application. In addition, clearer communication regarding schedules, assessments, and expectations would improve the overall learning experience. More academic support and feedback, especially during challenging modules, would also be helpful. Overall study experience (summary): Overall, my study experience was positive and enriching. It helped me grow academically and personally, strengthened my analytical and problem-solving skills, and prepared me for future professional challenges. Despite a few areas that could be improved, I consider the experience valuable and formative

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Oct 2016 - Mar 2027
Posted on Dec 2025
3/5

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Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Oct 2024 - Oct 2027
Posted on Jan 2026
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Cairo University Rankings

Study Portals Meta Ranking

Top 6.2% Egypt
Top 3.7% Worldwide

Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.

QS World University Rankings

347

By TopUniversities

Climbed 3 places compared to 2025

QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend QS World University Rankings

2024 2025 2026
371 350 347

Academic Ranking of World Universities

401

By Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Dropped 100 places compared to 2024

ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities

2023 2024 2025
301 301 401

World University Rankings

801

By Times Higher Education

The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.

World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend World University Rankings

2024 2025 2026
801 801 801

Best Global Universities Rankings

No 2026 Ranking

By U.S. News & World Report

This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2026 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings

2024 2025 2026
271 - -

Student services

Living and working in a foreign country may be a great challenge at many sides. Fortunately, all of Cairo's newcomers can depend on the warm reception. Cairo University cooperates with several organizations to enable newcomers to explore the city. Shortly, you and your family will feel domesticity in Cairo as if you are at home.

Housing services

Students Hostel provide accommodatian for 14,000 students.

Library services

The first central library was officially opened in 1932 inside Cairo University campus. Since then, it has continuously served undergraduate and postgraduate students for more than 75 years. The New Central Library was partially opened in 2008, as part of the University —Centennial Celebration.

Medical services

Cairo University's hospitals are the oldest educational and medical hospitals and the largest in Egypt and the Middle East. It is the citadel of medicine in the Arab region. Thanks for Cairo University's hospitals, the world is being supplied with the most skilled physicians. Cairo University's hospitals include a group of educational and medical hospitals in all the branches of medicine.

Campus life

University is not only for studying, it is also for stimulating talents and letting latent energy of students out in cultural, social, artistic, athletic, and Gawala fields. Cairo University aims at developing students' characters, enriching their characters, and enlightening them with the nature of society and the role of culture in the process of development whether motherland-development, self-development, abilities-development, as well as spreading cultural, literary, and artistic awareness.

Sports facilities

The Sports Village includes:

  • Ten tennis courts
  • Two bowling centers
  • Four squash courts
  • Two courts for volleyball and basketball
  • Two small basketball courts.
  • One Olympic swimming pool
  • One standard football pitch
  • Two small football courts
  • One gymnasium center for indoor athletics
  • One boxing ring

Accreditation

The Faculty of Engineering, Cairo University was granted accreditation by the National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education (NAQAAE) according to the decision of the Authority Board dated March, 2016.

Cairo University Campus Locations

#1 Main Campus
Egypt Country
Cairo City

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