Overview

Students enrolled in the Arabic Studies from The American University in Cairo will:

Learn about the history of the region.
Develop an awareness of the Arab-Islamic civilization.
Be able to critically examine the different aesthetic, intellectual and cultural components of this civilization.

Careers

Graduates of the Arabic studies program have found success in these careers:

Education
Culture management
Heritage management
Museology
Publishing
Translation
Journalism and media
Diplomacy and public service
Entrepreneurship

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Classical Arabic Literature

Survey of Arab History

Study of Islam

Birth of Muslim Community and Rise of the Arab Caliphates

Caliphs and Sultans in the Age of Crusades and Mongols

Gunpowder Empires: Ottomans, Safavids and Mughols

Muslim Political Thought

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

135

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TOEFL^® IBT

83

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cairo, Egypt

Disciplines

Middle Eastern studies

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

135

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TOEFL^® IBT

83

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit the online application form; renewal from fall to spring is via email to enrolauc@aucegypt.edu
New applications are required for a new academic year. Late applications are considered based on availability.
Upload all required documents through the online portal; emails are not accepted. Applications are pending until all documents are submitted.
Personal statement must be original; plagiarism checks apply. Two recommendation letters from high school teachers/counselors are mandatory; include their emails for automatic submission.
Provide evidence of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo). Scores must be ≤2 years old. Send official TOEFL/Duolingo results; upload IELTS copy with TRF number.
TOEFL "MyBest Scores" and IELTS "One Skill Retake" accepted. Placement concerns may lead to retake. Improved scores accepted until last working day before semester at 4 PM CLT.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

22050 USD / year

≈ 22050 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

20010 USD / year

≈ 20010 USD / year

Living costs

Cairo

Egypt

5312 - 6846 EGP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Cairo

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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