Detailed introduction of Sohag University:

Introduction and Overview

Sohag University is a public comprehensive university in Egypt. It is located in Nasser City, Sohag Governorate, Egypt. It plays an important role in higher education in the local and surrounding areas, providing students with a wide range of subject choices and rich learning resources.

History and Establishment

The school became an independent university in 2006. Before that, it was a branch of South Valley University in Qena.

School Strength

Faculty: It has a large number of faculty, including 2,280 faculty members, most of whom are domestic teachers, who can provide professional teaching and guidance to students.

Academic Achievements: It actively carries out research in multiple disciplines, and some research results are published in domestic and international academic journals. It has a certain influence in the field of archaeology and is the publishing center of the Journal of Egyptian Archaeology and Restoration Research.

International Cooperation: It is a partner of the "Gender Equality in the Egyptian Higher Education System" project of the Free University of Berlin, actively participates in international cooperation and exchanges, and provides students with opportunities for international exchanges and learning.

Nature of the institution

A public university, funded and managed by the Egyptian government.

Educational philosophy

Adhering to the educational philosophy of combining practice and theory, it is committed to cultivating all-round talents that meet market needs.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: Genetic engineering laboratories, archaeological research centers, etc.

Key disciplines: Archaeology has certain advantages and characteristics and is one of the important research and education centers in Egypt in this field. In addition, disciplines such as medicine and engineering have also developed well.

Faculty

The school has more than ten colleges, including the College of Agriculture, College of Arts, College of Business, College of Education, College of Engineering, College of Medicine, College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, College of Science, College of Veterinary Medicine, and College of Industrial Education.

Ranking

2025: Ranked 181-190 in the Arab region and 1201-1500 in the THE Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

2023: Ranked 1095 in the US World University Rankings and 724 in Chemistry.

Fees

Tuition fees for Egyptian students are about $100 per year, and for international students are about $6,000 per year.

Campus Environment

Location: Located in Sohag, on the east bank of the Nile, the city is sometimes called the "Bride of the Nile" and has many archaeological and historical sites, such as the beautiful Coptic Red Monastery built in the 4th century AD, and has a unique historical and cultural atmosphere.

Teaching Facilities: The school has modern teaching facilities such as laboratories, libraries, computer centers, etc., which provide good conditions for students' study and scientific research. At the same time, the school also has special teaching facilities such as the German Language Center.

Living Facilities: There are dormitories, restaurants and other living facilities on campus, which can meet the basic living needs of students. There are also supermarkets, shops and other supporting facilities around the school to facilitate students' daily life.