A French Degree. A Global Future.
Université Française d’Égypte (UFE) combines French academic prestige with regional innovation in Cairo. Graduate with fully accredited dual French-Egyptian degrees recognized across Europe and worldwide.
Earn fully accredited French and Egyptian state degrees through elite European university partnerships in Engineering, Architecture, Business, and Applied Languages.
Dual French & Egyptian Degrees
French Partner Universities
Graduate Employability Rate
Years of Academic Excellence
Explore Université Française d'Égypte
Navigate through our academic faculties, international mobility frameworks, and student development infrastructure.
Academic Excellence & Campus Life
Experience a dynamic, multicultural campus community where French academic tradition meets regional innovation and student leadership.
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Programs
Discover our accredited undergraduate and master curricula (16 Degrees).
Admissions
Tuition, entry criteria, and key intake dates.
French Partnerships
Dual degree pathways with world-class French universities.
Student Life
Campus facilities, student clubs, athletics, and international events.
Careers & Future
Internships, corporate network, and global alumni trajectory.
Research & Innovation
Franco-Egyptian research hubs and technological labs.
Education Driven by Excellence. Every Day.
Delivering authentic French State degrees accredited by both the French Ministry of Higher Education and the Egyptian Supreme Council of Universities. UFE prepares forward-thinking leaders through bilingual and trilingual curricula co-constructed with top French universities.
What You Hold Upon Graduation: Authentic Dual French & Egyptian Degrees
Every UFE graduate receives two independent national university diplomas: an official State French Degree issued directly under the authority of the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research by world-class French universities, alongside an Egyptian National Degree accredited by the Supreme Council of Universities.
Licence en Informatique / Dual State Bachelor
school Université Sorbonne Paris Nord
Titre d'Ingénieur Diplômé / Master of Engineering
school Université de Strasbourg & INSA
Egyptian National Degree Equivalency
school Supreme Council of Universities (مصر)
Licence en Langues Étrangères Appliquées (LEA)
school Université Sorbonne Nouvelle Paris 3
French State Partners
Conferred directly by partner French state universities (Sorbonne, Strasbourg, Nantes) under the authority of the French Ministry of Higher Education.
Supreme Council Equivalence
Fully equated by the Egyptian Supreme Council of Universities with direct membership rights in national professional syndicates (Engineers, Commerce, etc.).
Bologna 180 / 300 ECTS
Standard European credit framework facilitating seamless admission to international Master's programs, PhDs, and Schengen global careers.
Physical Convocation Honors
Two independent parchment degrees presented on convocation day on campus in Cairo, celebrated proudly by parents, professors, and partners.
Why Choose Université Française d’Égypte?
Combining the pedigree of historic French Grandes Écoles and state universities with Egypt's strategic role as a regional economic and innovation powerhouse.
Double State Degree Recognition
UFE graduates are simultaneously awarded official degrees accredited directly by the Ministry of Higher Education in France (French State Diploma) and the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education, granting unrestricted global recognition and licensing rights.
Elite French Academic Standards
Curricula co-designed, audited, and co-taught with senior faculties from Paris, Lyon, and Nice, matching the rigorous pedagogical standards of French Grandes Écoles.
Trilingual Competitive Edge
Complete mastery of French, English, and Arabic. Students graduate with verified C1/B2 certifications, creating unparalleled fluency for international diplomacy, law, and corporate finance.
Schengen & France Study
Direct European Mobility
Guaranteed exchange pathways allowing students to spend semester or year-long study cycles at our partner campuses across France with seamless European credit recognition.
Industry-Embedded Learning
Direct placement pathways with leading French and multinational conglomerates operating in Cairo, Paris, and the Mediterranean economic corridor.
Find Your Degree Program
Select an academic cluster to filter undergraduate and master's degree paths co-delivered with French partner institutions.
Faculty of Engineering and Architecture
Earn your Bachelor’s in 4 years, with the opportunity to pursue a French Master’s in one additional year.
- Architecture
- Urban Engineering
- Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering
Faculty of Applied Foreign Languages and Humanities
Earn your French Licence in 3 years while developing multilingual and intercultural expertise for careers in translation, communication, business, media and more.
- Applied Foreign Languages
Computer Science Department
Earn your Bachelor’s degree in 4 years, with the opportunity to pursue a French Master’s degree in one additional year.
- AI & Data Science Engineering
- Embedded Systems & Robotics Engineering
- Cybersecurity & Communications Engineering
Faculty of Management and Information Systems
Earn your French Licence in 3 years through programs combining business knowledge, digital skills and practical experience for a global career.
- Economics and Management
- Digital Marketing
- Hospitality Management
- Business Informatics and Data Analytics
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The UFE Experience
Study in Cairo. Graduate with authentic French degrees. Spend exchange semesters and internships in Paris and across Europe.
Engineering & Design Capstone Showcase
"Studying at UFE gave me the chance to spend a semester at Sorbonne in Paris, challenge myself, and build skills I could not develop by staying in one place."
Salma Karim
Exchange Semester · Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne
Students receive scholarships or financial support
French partner universities & European destinations
One University: Our Eco-Campus in El Shorouk
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UFE News & Events
Follow the latest bilateral agreements, official visits, academic milestones, and campus developments.
French Ambassador Visits New UFE El Shorouk Eco-Campus
UFE and Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne Launch Joint Master’s in Cultural Heritage
Computer Science & AI Cohort Wins Regional Robotics Innovation Prize
Admissions Open for Fall 2026/2027: Early-Bird Merit Scholarships
Educating Leaders for Global Industry
Our graduates excel in multinational corporations, global consulting firms, and leading tech startups across Europe and the MENA region.
Top Employer Hiring Partners & French Consortium
Over 150 multinational corporations, technology leaders, and French partner universities offering direct recruitment and exchange pathways.
Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne
Sorbonne Paris Nord
Université Côte d’Azur
Université de Nantes
Université de Strasbourg
Université de Haute-Alsace
Université de Poitiers
Université Grenoble Alpes
INSA Strasbourg
UTC Compiègne
CentraleSupélec
Réseau ESSEC
Sorbonne Nouvelle (Paris 3)
Université de Rennes
Réseau Sciences Po
Institut Français d’Égypte
EFREI Paris
Le Cnam
Université Gustave Eiffel
CY Cergy Paris Université
CESI École d’Ingénieurs
UniLaSalle Amiens
Université Bretagne Sud
Université de Tours
Campus France
Schneider Electric
Thales Group
Valeo
Capgemini
Orange Business Services
Dassault Aviation
RATP Dev
HOMERe
Real Journeys. Global Leadership.
Hear directly from our graduates making their mark across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond.
Investing in Your Future with Total Clarity
Clear, transparent fee structures paired with ambitious financial support programs for academic achievers.
Undergraduate Curricula
Standard tuition covering dual French and Egyptian degree accreditation tracks.
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Excellence Scholarships
Awarded automatically based on official secondary exit exam score achievements.
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Master & Research Grants
Graduate study packages and bilateral Franco-Egyptian research stipends.
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How to Apply for Fall 2026 Intake
A straightforward 4-step digital admission process managed entirely through our student admissions platform.
Choose Program & Criteria
Review degree requirements, French partner specifications, and prerequisite secondary coursework.
Submit Online Application
Upload your high school transcripts, birth certificate, ID/Passport, and motivational statement to the portal.
Assessment & Interview
Complete the placement language test (English/French) and attend an interview with the faculty admissions board.
Offer & Enrollment
Receive your official acceptance letter, finalize tuition deposit, and register for student orientation week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about degree equivalencies, languages, diplomas, and campus transfers.
Is speaking French mandatory to enroll at UFE? expand_more
No. The majority of our academic programs (Computer Engineering, Management, Energy, Architecture) are taught in English. For non-francophone students, intensive French as a Foreign Language (FLE) courses are integrated directly into the curriculum starting from Year 1 to ensure progressive mastery and facilitate your future academic or professional mobility in France.
Is the degree awarded identical to the one issued in France? expand_more
Yes. Under bilateral intergovernmental treaties, UFE graduates receive the authentic French National State Diploma issued directly by the partner French university (e.g., Université Sorbonne Paris Nord, Université de Nantes, INSA Strasbourg) alongside the Egyptian national degree accredited by the Supreme Council of Universities. Graduates enjoy complete, legal dual-recognition in both Egypt and the European Higher Education Area (EHEA).
Can students spend a semester or complete their final year in France? expand_more
Absolutely. Every program includes built-in pathways for mobility, exchange semesters, and double-degree completion with our partner universities in France. In addition, students have access to Erasmus+ mobility grants and French Embassy research scholarships.
How do merit scholarships work, and who is eligible? expand_more
UFE offers competitive merit scholarships covering up to 100% of tuition fees based on high school exit examinations (Thanaweya Amma, French Baccalauréat, IGCSE, American Diploma, and IB). Scholarships are renewed annually contingent upon academic excellence (GPA maintenance). Additional financial aid is available through French cooperation grants.
What transportation and student services are provided at the El Shorouk campus? expand_more
The university operates a comprehensive daily shuttle bus fleet connecting the El Shorouk campus with all major districts of Cairo, Giza, New Cairo, Heliopolis, Nasr City, Maadi, and the New Administrative Capital. The campus also features modern cafeteria services, sports facilities, high-tech computer clusters, and an on-site student health center.
Your International Journey Begins at UFE.
Take the definitive step toward world-class European education, trilingual leadership, and global career opportunities.