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Alexandria University

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Alexandria University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Alexandria University is a public university in Alexandria, Egypt, and it suits students who want a large Egyptian institution with a broad research network. Its public status and long history may matter if you are comparing established national universities, but the specific programmes and admissions requirements need to be checked on the official site.

  2. What you can study

    Alexandria University is a public university with many affiliations to other universities for ongoing research. A full programme catalogue is not included here, so the specific subjects and degrees available should be confirmed on the university website before you apply.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the university’s official website for the application route, entry requirements, document list, and deadlines. Because detailed admissions rules are not given here, confirm the current process directly with the admissions office, especially if you need degree recognition, language requirements, or country-specific document checks.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee in the available information; confirm the current cost with its admissions office. It is also sensible to budget for living costs in Alexandria, including housing, food, transport, and study materials.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so you should confirm that before applying. If you are moving from abroad, check visa steps, document legalization, whether your previous qualifications are accepted, and what support the university offers for international students.

  6. How it compares

    Egypt has 44 universities, and Alexandria University sits near the top of that field as the second largest university in the country. That makes it a major option if you want a public university with scale and research links, but you should compare programme availability and admission conditions with other Egyptian universities before deciding.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Alexandria University

What type of university is Alexandria University?

It is a public university.

Where is Alexandria University located?

It is in Alexandria, Egypt.

What is the university’s website?

http://www.alex.edu.eg/

How many universities are there in Egypt?

There are 44 universities in Egypt.

Overview

Alexandria University is a public university in Alexandria, Egypt. It was established in 1938 as a satellite of Fouad University, becoming an independent entity in 1942. It was known as Farouk University until after the Egyptian Revolution of 1952, when its name was changed to the University of Alexandria. Taha Hussein was the founding rector of Alexandria University. It is now the second largest university in Egypt and has many affiliations to various universities for ongoing research.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Egypt.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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