Suez Canal University (SCU) is a leading public university in Egypt, founded in 1976 with its main campus situated in Ismailia. The university has expanded to include branch campuses in Port Said, Suez, and Al-Arish, taking advantage of its strategic location near the Suez Canal. As a government-funded institution, SCU plays a crucial role in Egypt's higher education system, with particular strengths in marine sciences, engineering, and environmental studies.

The university offers diverse academic programs through its 18 faculties, covering fields such as medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, various engineering disciplines (including marine, petroleum, and industrial engineering), science, agriculture, veterinary medicine, commerce, arts, law, education, and tourism and hotel management. Its unique position near the Suez Canal allows SCU to develop specialized programs in marine and environmental sciences, providing students with exceptional research and practical learning opportunities.

With approximately 80,000 students enrolled in undergraduate and postgraduate programs and about 4,000 faculty members, SCU maintains a dynamic academic environment. The university emphasizes research and innovation, supported by state-of-the-art laboratories, comprehensive libraries, and specialized research centers like the Marine Sciences Research Center in Port Said and the Petroleum Research Center in Suez.

SCU maintains an affordable fee structure to ensure broad accessibility. Egyptian undergraduate students pay between 1,000 and 5,000 EGP annually, while postgraduate programs range from 5,000 to 15,000 EGP per year. International students face slightly higher costs, with undergraduate fees averaging $1,000 to $3,500 and postgraduate programs costing $1,500 to $4,000 annually. These reasonable fees, combined with the university's strong academic reputation and specialized programs, make SCU an attractive choice for students in Egypt and the wider region.

Undergraduate Programs

1. Egyptian Students

   • Must hold a Thanaweya Amma (Egyptian General Secondary Certificate) or equivalent

   • Minimum grade requirements vary by faculty:

     • Medicine/Dentistry/Pharmacy: Typically 90%+

     • Engineering: 85%+

     • Other faculties: 70%+ (varies annually)

   • Must meet specific subject requirements (e.g., science track for medical/engineering programs)

2. International Students

   • Must provide an equivalent high school diploma

   • Certificates must be certified by:

     • Egyptian Embassy in home country

     • Egyptian Ministry of Education

   • Arabic proficiency required for Arabic-taught programs

   • English proficiency test (TOEFL/IELTS) may be required for English-taught programs

Postgraduate Programs (Masters/PhD)

1. Master's Programs

   • Bachelor's degree in relevant field from accredited university

   • Minimum GPA of 2.5 (Good) or equivalent

   • Some programs require:

     • Entrance exam

     • Interview

     • Research proposal

2. PhD Programs

   • Master's degree in relevant field

   • Research proposal approval

   • Potential supervisor acceptance

   • May require publication record

Required Documents

• Completed application form

• Original/certified academic certificates

• Copy of national ID (Egyptians) or passport (international students)

• 6 recent passport photos

• Military status certificate (for Egyptian males)

• Proof of language proficiency (if applicable)

• Recommendation letters (for postgraduate)

1. Undergraduate Programs (Annual Fees)

Additional Fees (One-Time/Annual)

• Registration Fee: 500 - 1,000 EGP (all students)

• Student Union Fee: 200 - 500 EGP/year

• Lab/Practical Fees (Science/Engineering/Medicine): 500 - 2,000 EGP/year

2. Postgraduate Programs (Annual Fees)

Additional Fees

• Thesis Evaluation Fee: 2,000 - 5,000 EGP (one-time)

• Research Lab Fees (Science/Engineering): 1,000 - 3,000 EGP/year

3. Housing & Living Costs

1. Availability & Eligibility

• Open to both Egyptian and international students (undergraduate & postgraduate)

• Priority given to:

  • Students from other governorates (non-Ismailia residents)

  • First-year students and those with financial need

  • Top academic performers (limited spaces)

2. Hostel Fees (2024-2025)

Fees include basic utilities (water, electricity)

3. Facilities & Services

✔ Furnished rooms (bed, wardrobe, study desk)
✔ Shared bathrooms (cleaned daily)
✔ Common areas (TV lounge, study rooms)
✔ Laundry facilities (coin-operated machines)
✔ 24/7 security (guards & CCTV surveillance)
✔ Wi-Fi access (limited bandwidth)
✔ Cafeteria (subsidized meals available)

4. Rules & Regulations

• Curfew: 11:00 PM for females, 12:00 AM for males

• Guest policy: Visitors allowed only in common areas during daytime

• No cooking in rooms (electric kettles permitted)

• Strict prohibition of alcohol/drugs