The American University in Cairo
Location: The largest city in Africa, Cairo is home to people from all continents. To live and study in this complex mega city is an extraordinary educational experience. AUC is located two blocks from the Nile on one of the busiest squares in Cairo. This central location gives its students direct access to a wealth of cultural opportunities.
Course Subjects: Arab Studies, History and Culture, Arab Society Courses, Arabic Language, Political and Economic Development Studies, Egyptology, Islamic Art and Architecture, Middle Eastern Politics, and a whole range of regular college courses
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Housing:
University Housing
The ten-story building houses up to 360 students with separate accommodations and entrances for male and female students. Student rooms have two beds, desks, chairs, closets, heat and air conditioning. Each room has a telephone.
Housing fee includes and obligatory charge of $20 for local telephone usage and $90 for the AUC shuttle bus between campus and the residence hall.
Off-Campus Housing
Moderately-priced furnished apartments in Cairo rent for about $240 to $400 a month, depending on size and location. Services such as utilities, telephone and air conditioning are extra. Students frequently share apartments, thus reducing the cost per person.
Five days a week AUC cafeterias serve hot meals and snacks for about $6 per meal.
Special Notes:
The largest city in Africa , Cairo is home to people from all continents. To live and study in this complex mega city is an extraordinary educational experience.
AUC is located two blocks from the Nile on one of the busiest squares in Cairo. This central location gives its students direct access to a wealth of cultural opportunities.
For entry to Egypt , a student must obtain a tourist visa from the Egyptian consulate in their area. After registering at AUC, the student will receive instructions on how to obtain a student visa.
Language of Instruction
English
Term Dates
First Session:
Jan 26 – Jun 28
Second Session:
June 10 – July 22
Eligibility
Minimum sophomore standing, minimum 2.5 GPA
Estimated Costs
NOTE: COSTS, DATES AND COURSES SUBJECT TO CHANGE
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