About Cairo University
Cairo University is Egypt's premier public university, founded in 1908. Its Faculty of Medicine at Kasr Al Aini is among the oldest medical schools in Africa and the Middle East, ranked first among Egyptian universities in the Times Arab Rankings 2024.
Accredited by NAQAAE, WHO, NMC, Ministry of Higher Education Egypt
Courses offered
Fee structure
Highlights
- WHO Listed
- NMC Recognised
- Kasr Al Aini Hospitals
- Top Ranked in Egypt
Official university profile
About Cairo University
1908
Founded
207,853+
Students
6,963+
Int'l Students
Top 10
Arab Ranking
University overview
Cairo University is Egypt’s premier public university and the largest university in Egypt, founded in 1908. Its Faculty of Medicine at Kasr Al Aini is one of the oldest and most prestigious medical schools in Africa and the Middle East, training physicians who serve across Egypt and internationally.
Mission
Provide distinguished education and scientific research that serves society, develops human resources, and supports Egypt’s Vision 2030 and sustainable development goals.
Vision
Regional leadership and global partnership in higher education, scientific research, and community service — ranking among the top universities in the Arab world and Africa.
Faculties
- Faculty of Medicine (Kasr Al Aini)
- Faculty of Dentistry
- Faculty of Pharmacy
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Computers & Information
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Commerce
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Faculty of Nursing
Programmes
Medicine & Surgery (MBBCh)
- Faculty of Medicine at Kasr Al Aini — historic medical school
- Clinical training at Kasr Al Aini teaching hospitals
- KAF French medicine programme launched for 2025–2026
Dentistry
- Faculty of Oral & Dental Medicine programmes
- Clinical practice at university dental hospitals
- Research and postgraduate pathways available
Pharmacy
- Faculty of Pharmacy at Cairo University
- Pharmaceutical sciences and clinical pharmacy training
- Strong research and industry partnerships
Why choose Cairo University
Egypt's largest university
Cairo University is the largest university in Egypt with over 207,000 students and 14,500+ staff members across multiple faculties and campuses.
Top-ranked nationally and regionally
Ranked first among Egyptian universities and 8th among Arab universities in the Times Arab Rankings 2024; 1st in Egypt and Africa in the Leiden Ranking.
Historic Kasr Al Aini medical school
The Faculty of Medicine at Kasr Al Aini is among the oldest medical institutions in Africa and the Middle East, with deep clinical and research heritage.
International partnerships
Active collaborations with French, Chinese, and global universities — including the Egyptian-French Universities Forum and international accreditation renewals.
Large international student body
Over 6,900 international students study at Cairo University, with dedicated foreign student admission pathways and support services.
Research & innovation leadership
Cairo University Artificial Intelligence Strategy, STARS sustainability silver rating, and active international research partnerships.
Clinical training
Medical students at Cairo University's Faculty of Medicine (Kasr Al Aini) receive clinical training at Kasr Al Aini teaching hospitals — one of Egypt's largest university hospital complexes — with exposure to diverse specialties, research programmes, and community healthcare service.
Accreditations & recognition
Admission requirements
- High school certificate or equivalent with required science subjects
- Egyptian Thanaweya Amma or equivalent entrance qualifications for international students
- NEET qualification for Indian students where applicable
- Valid passport and academic documents for foreign applicants
- Faculty-specific entrance requirements and interviews where applicable
Application process
- 1Review Faculty of Medicine admission requirements on the Cairo University portal
- 2Submit application through the official Cairo University admission channels
- 3Provide academic transcripts, certificates, and supporting documents
- 4Complete faculty entrance evaluation and enrollment confirmation
- 5Proceed with visa, travel, and registration at Kasr Al Aini campus
Contact
- 1 Gamaa Street, Giza, Egypt
- Postal Code: 12613
- Faculty of Medicine — Kasr Al Aini (medicine.cu.edu.eg)
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