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2024 Ranking and Overview

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world rank  7237

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Overview

Founded in 2006, the Pharos University in Alexandria is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large metropolis of Alexandria (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education of Egypt, Pharos University in Alexandria (PUA) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational Egyptian higher education institution. Pharos University in Alexandria (PUA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) and bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 17-year-old Egyptian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Egyptian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. PUA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Pharos University in Alexandria's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Pharos University in Alexandria's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

Pharos University in Alexandria' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Pharos University in Alexandria's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Profile

Name
Name (Non Latin) جامعة فاروس بالإسكندرية
Acronym PUA
Founded 2006
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Campus Location

Address Canal El Mahmoudia
Alexandria
21311 Alexandria
Egypt
Pharos University in Alexandria Phone Number +20 (3) 387 7000
Pharos University in Alexandria Fax Number +20 (3) 383 0249

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Pharos University in Alexandria's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Pharos University in Alexandria's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Pharos University in Alexandria's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Pharos University in Alexandria.

: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Pharos University in Alexandria's admission information.

Pharos University in Alexandria's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Pharos University in Alexandria's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Pharos University in Alexandria a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Pharos University in Alexandria's acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Pharos University in Alexandria's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Pharos University in Alexandria's Admission Office Admission Office

Canal El Mahmoudia
Alexandria 21311
(3) 387 7000


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Pharos University in Alexandria.

Pharos University in Alexandria's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Pharos University in Alexandria has an enrollment range of 3,000-3,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Pharos University in Alexandria's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 300-399 academic employees (Faculty).


Pharos University in Alexandria's Control Type Control Type

Pharos University in Alexandria is a private higher education institution.


Pharos University in Alexandria's Entity Type Entity Type

Pharos University in Alexandria is a for-profit higher education institution.


Pharos University in Alexandria's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.


Pharos University in Alexandria's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Pharos University in Alexandria does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Pharos University in Alexandria's main facilities:


Pharos University in Alexandria's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


Pharos University in Alexandria's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Pharos University in Alexandria's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Pharos University in Alexandria's main services:


Pharos University in Alexandria's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Pharos University in Alexandria's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Pharos University in Alexandria's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Pharos University in Alexandria's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Pharos University in Alexandria's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Pharos University in Alexandria's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Pharos University in Alexandria is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministry of Higher Education of Egypt

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2006


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Pharos University in Alexandria's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Supreme Council of Universities (SCU)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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