Mediterranean coastal city. Medicine (MBBS) in Alexandria, Egypt.
Alexandria University Faculty of Medicine
Alexandria University, founded in 1942, is Egypt's second-largest university, on the Mediterranean coast. Its Faculty of Medicine runs modern teaching hospitals with strong research infrastructure and an international programme taught in English, at a published tuition of USD 6,000 a year.
Overview
Why families consider Alexandria University
Government university, established 1942. Medicine (MBBS) in English (international programme) medium. Compare it with the other universities in Egypt and the wider medicine list.
Recognitions, as published
- Founded 1942: Egypt's second-largest university
- Mediterranean coastal city, culturally rich
- Modern teaching hospitals with strong research infrastructure
- International student programmes with a long academic history
Courses
Curriculum overview
Medicine (MBBS). 6 years. The phases below are as the university describes them.
6 years, standard MBBS
NMC-equivalent curriculum, English medium, with hospital rotations in Alexandria
Fees
Fee structure
Fees are indicative, as published by the university at the time of writing. They vary by intake, accommodation choice, visa requirements and exchange rate. The final fee is confirmed in writing before any application is submitted.
The published total includes one-time charges.
See how Alexandria University compares with 63 other medical universities in the MBBS fee table.
| Item | Cost, as published |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition | USD 6,000 |
| Hostel (annual) | USD 800 |
| Mess (annual) | USD 1,100 |
| Visa, registration and insurance (annual) | USD 450 |
| Total course fee (USD, approx.) | About USD 37,000 |
Eligibility
Eligibility for Indian students
The counsellor checks these against the student's marksheets and NEET scorecard in the first call. The full document list is on the admissions and visas page.
- 10+2 with a minimum of 50% in physics, chemistry and biology
- NEET qualified
Hostel and city
Living in Alexandria
Egypt is fast becoming a favourite for Indian medical students. Cairo University (established 1827) and Alexandria University offer historic academic prestige, teaching hospitals with thousands of patients a day, and an enriching cultural environment.
Study cities in Egypt
- Hostel at USD 800 a year and mess at USD 1,100 a year, as published
- Alexandria: Egypt's Mediterranean port city
- On arrival, a Global Minds representative meets the student at the airport, accommodation has been checked in advance, and a local coordinator is reachable 24/7. See placement and support.
Admission process
Step by step
- Intake
- October
- Apply by
- January to June
Admission decisions are made by the university. Global Minds prepares and checks the file, tracks the application and arranges the invitation letter the visa needs. The full sequence is on the how it works page.
After graduation
- FMGE or NExT for India
- Practice in Egypt or the Arab world
- 1
Apply between January and June
- 2
Document verification
- 3
Egyptian visa
- 4
Travel in October
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Questions about Alexandria University
When is the intake at Alexandria University and when should I apply?
Intake: October. Apply by: January to June. The counsellor confirms the current dates with the university before you commit.
What are the entry requirements for Indian students at Alexandria University?
10+2 with a minimum of 50% in physics, chemistry and biology. NEET qualified.
What does Alexandria University cost?
USD 6,000 a year tuition; About USD 37,000 for the course. Fees are indicative, as published by the university at the time of writing. They vary by intake, accommodation choice, visa requirements and exchange rate. The final fee is confirmed in writing before any application is submitted.
What is the FMGE pass rate at Alexandria University?
Reported FMGE pass rate: About 30 to 40% (estimate). FMGE and NExT pass rates are as reported for each university at the time of writing. They describe past cohorts and are not a prediction of any individual result.
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