All 5 Colleges and Universities in Cairo

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Are you looking for all the colleges and universities in Cairo? Here, we will go over the list of private and public universities and colleges in Cairo.

In our database, there are a total of 5 institutions in Cairo including Al-Azhar University, Egyptian Chinese University, and German University in Cairo. Out of those institutions, 2 are public and 3 are private.

University Name Location Type
Al-Azhar University Cairo, Egypt Public
Egyptian Chinese University Cairo, Egypt Private
German University in Cairo Cairo, Egypt Private
Modern University for Technology and Information Cairo, Egypt Private
Ain Shams University Cairo, Egypt Public

1. Al-Azhar University

Al-Azhar University has a notable history and is regarded as one of the oldest degree-granting universities in the world. It was founded in 970 AD by the Shi’ite Fatimid Dynasty and gained university status in 1961. In its early days, Al-Azhar established a relatively informal educational format with no entrance requirements, set curriculum, or degrees. Students at that time were taught about the Arabic language, Islamic law, Qur'an, theology, and moon phases. During the late 19th century, admission requirements, examinations, and some modern subjects were introduced. Adding to its impressive history, this renowned university is the only ancient education institution in the Arabic world to survive as a modern university by integrating secular subjects into its curriculum.

2. Egyptian Chinese University

Since its establishment in 2013, the Egyptian Chinese University has been making strides toward becoming the world leader in providing technology-based education. It is the only Chinese educational institution in Egypt and the Middle East. The university integrates Chinese technical and practical experience in engineering, alternative medicine, and economics to inspire and hone the skills of its students.

3. German University in Cairo

The German University in Cairo (GUC) is a private institution founded following a presidential decree in 2002. It is a non-profit organization that intends to contribute to the general welfare on a national and international scale. The university is supported by various institutions and organizations like the Ministry of Science, Research and Arts of the State of Baden-Württemberg in Germany, the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education, and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). GUC is committed to facilitating cooperation between Egypt and Germany and aims to become a leading institution in research and teaching.

4. Modern University for Technology and Information

Modern University for Technology and Information was founded in 2004 as a private university in Cairo, Egypt, by Presidential Decree No. 430. It started with the Faculties of Computer Science and Business Management in 2005, with the addition of Mass Communication and Engineering in 2006 and Pharmacy and Nursing in 2009. It continues to strive toward becoming the standard in academic excellence and preparing its students to become valuable citizens.

5. Ain Shams University

Founded in 1950, Ain Shams University is among the oldest of Egyptian universities. It was first established under the name Ibrahim Pasha University. Aiming to cater to the increasing demand for higher education in Egypt, Ain Shams University is committed to producing skilled, and competent graduates, capable of succeeding in the global job market and serving the community.