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Capital University

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Overview

Capital University (جامعة العاصمة) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Cairo, Egypt. Established in 1975, Capital University is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Egypt. This institution provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 51-year-old Egyptian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 80-89%. This makes it a least selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. Capital University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Capital University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Capital University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Capital University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Capital University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

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Name (Non Latin) جامعة العاصمة
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Founded 1975
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Location

Address Helwan Sharkeya, Helwan
Cairo
4037120 Cairo
Egypt
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Capital University Phone Number (2) 816 2061
Capital University Fax Number (2) 816 2820
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Capital University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Egypt

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Capital University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Capital University 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 Capital University's academic range and degree level offering.



Capital University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix

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Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Capital University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Capital University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Capital University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Capital University.



Capital University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 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

Capital University Admission Info


Capital University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Capital University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Capital University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Capital University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Capital University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Capital University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Helwan University has more than 2500 international students.


Capital University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Capital University Size and Profile


Capital University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Capital University has a student enrollment of more than 50,000 students, making it a very large-sized institution.


Capital University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Capital University has an academic staff of more than 5,000 members.


Capital University's Control Type Control Type

Capital University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Capital University's Entity Type Entity Type

Capital University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Capital University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Capital University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Capital University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Capital University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Capital University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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Capital University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Capital University Facilities


Capital University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Capital University's Library


Capital University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Capital University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Capital University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Capital University Services


Capital University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Capital University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Capital University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Capital University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Capital University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Capital University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Capital University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Faculty of Arts
  • Faculty of Applied Arts
  • Faculty of Artistic Education
  • Faculty of Music Education
  • Faculty of Sport Education
  • Faculty of Home Economics
  • Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality
  • Faculty of Fine Arts
  • Faculty of Commerce and Business Administration
  • Faculty of Computers and Information
  • Faculty of Community Service
  • Faculty of Engineering, Helwan
  • Faculty of Engineering, Matareya
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Pharmacy
  • Faculty of Science
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Social Work

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Memberships and Affiliations

Capital University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Capital University'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)
  • Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Capital University public or private?

Capital University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Capital University profit or non-profit?

Capital University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Capital University in terms of enrollment?

Capital University has a student enrollment of more than 50,000 students, making it a very large-sized institution.

What is the size of Capital University in terms of academic staff?

Capital University has an academic staff of more than 5,000 members.

Is Capital University a coeducational institution?

Capital University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Capital University use?

Capital University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Capital University affiliated with?

None.

Does Capital University admit international students?

Yes. Helwan University has more than 2500 international students.

What is Capital University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Capital University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Capital University ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Capital University located?

Capital University is located in Cairo, Cairo, Egypt. Address: Helwan Sharkeya, Helwan.

Is Capital University accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Capital University is accredited by Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Egypt (since ).

Does Capital University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Capital University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Capital University have a university library?

Yes

Does Capital University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Capital University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Capital University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Capital University offer career services?

Yes

Does Capital University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Capital University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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