About UFE

Discover UFE

Your Gateway to a globally recognized French deGree while studying in Cairo

The French University in Egypt (UFE) is a national non-profit university that strives for multidisciplinary teaching, research, and professional integration. It operates under the dual supervision of the Egyptian and French Ministries of Higher Education.With the objective of providing French higher education opportunities to young Egyptians, UFE conducts its programs in English.

Established in 2002 and further strengthened by an intergovernmental agreement in 2019, UFE embodies the collaboration between Egypt and France to offer privileged access to French university education within Egypt. It serves as a dedicated platform for excellence in education and research.

Promoting student and researcher mobility is one of UFE's core objectives. Students have the opportunity to pursue a semester abroad, while UFE encourages students from partner universities to explore the Arab world and gain an understanding of new economies. UFE researchers are actively encouraged to collaborate with French laboratories, and doctoral students have the opportunity to enroll in a dual doctorate program between Egypt and France.

Situated in Shourouk, in close proximity to Cairo city center, New Cairo, and the new capital, the UFE campus is currently undergoing expansion to accommodate 3,000 students by 2030 and 7,000 students by 2030, adhering to global standards of excellence.

New Campus designed by Jakob+Macfarlane

Award winner French Architect

Joint Degrees with Leading French Universities

UFE students graduate with French-accredited degrees awarded by prestigious partner institutions ensuring academic recognition across Europe and globally.

French Egyptian Academic Integration

UFE operates under a dual-governance model involving both French and Egyptian Ministries of Higher Education. This ensures international standards while staying fully integrated into Egypt’s national education framework.

Internationally Oriented, Multilingual Education

Courses are taught primarily in English, with strong integration of French language and culture. This unique trilingual ecosystem (English, French, Arabic) equips students for global employability and cross-cultural fluency.

Backed By Strong Entities

UFE houses multidisciplinary research lab focusing on strategic areas such as:
• Smart Cities & Green Technologies
• Artificial Intelligence & Robotics
• Business Innovation & Entrepreneurship
• Renewable Energy & Sustainability Students can contribute to real-world projects and publish alongside expert faculty.

Affordable And Accessible

UFE offers robust scholarship schemes, including full scholarships with 100% tuition coverage for outstanding students; regular tuition fees are also offered at affordable prices as UFE is non profit organization.

Seamless Student Mobility to France

UFE students benefit from exchange programs and semester-abroad opportunities in France. These experiences enrich academic learning and create pathways for further study or careers in Europe.

State-of-the-Art Campus with French Standards

Located in El Shorouk, the UFE campus is expanding to accommodate more than 7,000 students. Designed according to French architectural and educational specifications, it offers:
• Smart classrooms
• High-tech laboratories
• Entrepreneurial spaces
• Comfortable and modern learning environments

Strong Employability and Industry Connections

UFE offers exclusive opportunities for students to study and work abroad as we have strong partnerships and industry relationships locally and internationally. UFE graduates are highly sought-after in both national and international job markets due to their bilingual skills, global mindset, and hands-on experience. UFE maintains partnerships with:
• Top multinational companies
• Startups and innovation hubs
• French and Egyptian industry leaders

Inclusive and Student-Centered Culture

At UFE, every student benefits from:
• Personalized academic advising
• Access to student clubs and leadership opportunities
• Events, competitions, and cultural exchanges
• An atmosphere that values creativity, diversity, and social responsibility.

Seamless Student Mobility to France

UFE is aligned with:
• Egypt Vision 2030
• The AUF (Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie) development strategy
• The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Preparing students to lead change, not just adapt to it.

Shaping Egypt’s Future Through French Excellence

UFE, accredited by both the French and Egyptian governments, is dedicated to delivering world-class higher education in Egypt with affordable tuition fees (in EGP). Our students benefit from exceptional academic quality and earn globally recognized degrees awarded by top French universities and institutions.

Mission

UFE serves as a scientific cooperation platform between Egypt and France, integrating into the Egyptian higher education system while maintaining strong academic and institutional ties with France. We aim to prepare Egypt’s future elite with the knowledge, values, and intercultural competencies needed to succeed in a globalized world.

Vision

By 2030, UFE aims to become Egypt’s leading university for French culture, recognized for generating and disseminating applied knowledge for society and the economy — driving progress toward a more sustainable future.

Core Values

UFE upholds three core values:

Creativity, humility, and self-leadership
Promotion of equal opportunities to support exceptional students.
Spirit of mutual assistance and the promotion of initiatives for a sustainable world

Mission

Vision

Core Values

UFE upholds three core values:

Creativity, humility, and self-leadership
Promotion of equal opportunities to support exceptional students.
Spirit of mutual assistance and the promotion of initiatives for a sustainable world