DRIVEN
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We’re The American University in Cairo, the top University in Egypt and the region. We make the world better and brighter. We’re a community driven by excellence. Every day.

What Drives Our Students, Faculty and Alumni?

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The Maverick: Zahwa

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The Guide: Andreas

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The Coach: Karim

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The Envoy: Judith

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The Designer: Magda

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The Optimizer: Ahmed

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The Catalyst: Moustafa

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The Mentor: Jacquelyn

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The Chief: Dalia

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Excellence Scholarship Program

If you’re driven to excel, our competitive Excellence Scholarship Program is here to help you realize your dreams.

The big idea: We care about your talent, your drive and your limitless potential—regardless of your financial ability.
The amount: Scholarships can cover from 20% to 100% of your tuition.
The criteria: It’s all about excellence. Categories: academic achievement; international diversity; Egyptian national certificates; talents like sports, art, music and writing; leadership and community service; liberal arts majors.

300+

EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIPS
FOR TOP STUDENTS

50%

AVERAGE TUITION COVERAGE
EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP, FALL 2023

$38.6 Million

STUDENT FINANCIAL SUPPORT
2022-2023

Excellence Scholarship Profiles

Ali Khattab

“AUC is the best University in Egypt to allow me to pursue my dream career and provide me with the resources and aid needed to accomplish many things. It also connects me to the strongest social network in Egypt, if not the entire Middle East. Finally, it also provides me with a top-tier education, both practical and theoretical, and opportunities that would aid in my career and academic life.”
Excellence Scholarship Recipient, Fall 2023: Top academic achiever, engaged within his community, plays basketball, volleyball and calisthenics

Excellence Scholarship Profiles

Arwa Hossam

“I know AUC is the top University in Egypt, but I never really thought I had a chance here. Today, I got a fully funded Excellence Scholarship, and this is because I ranked third nationwide in thanawiya amma, math section. I recommend to everyone to apply, especially if you excel academically or are talented in music or athletics. AUC would definitely have a place for you.”
Excellence Scholarship Recipient, Fall 2023: Ranked 3rd in thanawiya amma in Egypt
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Career Readiness

Our graduates are driven to lead, innovate and make an impact—and their AUC degree proves that they’re ready.

Guidance: From your first day at AUC, our Career Center helps you discover your career path. We’ll help you find internships, work-study programs and job shadowing opportunities; connect you with AUC alumni in our Global Edge program; and prepare you for what’s next with events such as Career Circles, International Graduate Study Fair and Mock Interviews Week.
Market ready: Your AUC experience shapes your life after graduation. You’ve got the skills that employers—and graduate and professional schools—look for: You think critically,  find creative solutions to hard problems, lead with compassion and see opportunity everywhere.

95%

of AUC alumni employed within the first year of graduation

#56

worldwide for employment outcomes by QS Rankings 2023

1,100

internship and co-op opportunities

Reem Elsaka

CO-OP Placement: Visa International

“My CO-OP experience was exactly as if I were a full-time employee. I gained a lot of interpersonal skills. I actually got to know what my weaknesses are and how I could overcome them before I'm out again in the job market.”

Ali Yacout

Internship Placement: Commercial International Bank

“I wanted to bridge the gap between what I am learning at AUC and see how I can apply it within the banking industry. I found the curriculum extremely applicable and useful. My finance courses provided relevant knowledge and know-how to succeed in the real job market.”
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Study Abroad

Our students are driven to explore the world. AUC’s study-abroad program delivers global possibilities.

Transformative benefits: You broaden your perspective on the world. You have access to new courses, research and work-study opportunities, and extracurricular activities. You make amazing lifelong friends.
Valuable experience: You stand out in the job market. You gain experience that employers rate highly: You know how to adapt to new environments, work across cultures and make your own way.

210+

partner universities around the world

300+

STUDENTS study abroad every year

AUC's Study Abroad Partner Universities

Study Abroad: United States of America

Matthew Shafik

Arizona State University

“It was an integral part of my academic journey here at AUC in several aspects, like global perspective, cultural exchange, language skills and personal growth.”

Study Abroad: Greece

Salma Awad

The American College of Greece

“I feel very lucky and grateful for the study-abroad experience. It helped me figure out what I want and need in my life and career, as well as how I wish to pursue my academic work. Travel makes you aware of your true likes and preferences when you are on your own. It teaches one to have more empathy and understanding of differences.”

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