Study abroad at Helwan

Helwan is a prominent academic and technological district in southern Greater Cairo, home to Helwan University (founded in 1975), acclaimed as Egypt's top specialized institution for Engineering, Technology, Applied Arts, Fine Arts, and Music Education, alongside distinguished Faculties of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence. Connected directly to central Cairo via Cairo Metro Line 1, Helwan offers accredited English-taught degree programs in Biomedical Engineering, Applied Arts and Design, Computer Science, and Clinical Pharmacy. International students enjoy very affordable living and accommodation costs, a peaceful university campus, direct access to central Cairo, and seamless admission via the Study in Egypt (Wafeden) portal.

Tuition fees in Helwan at Helwan University for international undergraduate students are state-regulated: Medical faculties (Medicine, Pharmacy) cost $6,000 to $8,000 per year, Engineering, Applied Arts, and Computing cost $5,000 per year, and Business and Arts cost $3,500 to $4,500 per year (with a one-time $1,500 international registration fee). Furnished student rentals in Helwan, Maadi, and Hadayek El Ahram range from $120 to $280 per month. General monthly living expenses range between $180 and $350.

International students enter Egypt on an entry or tourist visa and obtain their renewable annual Student Residence Permit through the Passports, Immigration and Nationality Administration in Helwan / 15th of May City by presenting their university enrollment certificate and standard medical test.