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The American University in Cairo

Study Abroad Program

Cairo, Egypt

Description

Dates

Eligibility

Courses

Cost

Housing

Description

The American University in Cairo is located on Tahrir Square in downtown Cairo, near government ministry buildings, hotels and commercial areas, the National Cultural Center, and the Egyptian Museum. The campus covers parts of five city blocks. Gracefully situated on the main campus are a converted palace, outdoor basketball and tennis courts, gardens, and a fountain area. 

This is an excellent Study Abroad opportunity for students of all majors with an interest in Arabic studies and languages. AUC also offers an intensive Arabic Language Institute (ALI) for students with a strong desire to improve their Arabic skills.  Throughout its history, AUC has balanced a strong commitment to liberal education with a concern for the region's needs for practical applications and professional specializations. Today, AUC emphasizes liberal education and all undergraduate students study a common set of courses in the humanities and the natural and social sciences as part of the university's core curriculum. In addition, the university maintains its strong commitment to fostering understanding across world regions, cultures and religions.

The university environment is designed to advance proficient use of critical thinking, language and social skills.  Courses are taught in English with the exception of the Arabic language classes.  In addition, students live in Student Residence Halls.

For more information about American University in Cairo consult the school’s website at:www.aucegypt.edu

Dates

Students may attend AUC University for fall semester, spring semester or an academic year.  Fall semester runs September to December, spring semester runs January to May and an academic year runs September to May.

Eligibility

Applicants must have completed their freshman year and be in good academic standing to be considered for the program (minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale).  At least 2 semesters of college level Arabic or the equivalent are required to apply for this program.

Courses

Students may take any of the courses AUC offers.  The subject areas of strength are:  Business Administration, Economics, Communications, Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences, Engineering and Intensive Arabic Language (Institute).  Please visit the school's website for more detailed course information:  www.aucegypt.edu

Cost

*Consult with the Study Abroad Coordinator for this program for cost information 

Housing

Student residence halls are located on campus and students can choose to live in a single or shared room.  There is also the optionof living off-campus in furnished apartments.

Getting Started: A Step-by-Step Guide to Study Abroad