MBBS at Alexandria University, Egypt: 2026/27 Fees, NMC Eligibility, Hostels and Admission Guide

Written by the UniWhereCity Admissions Team  |  Last updated: November 2026

Alexandria University is a historic public university on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast, and its Faculty of Medicine runs a 5 year English-medium MBBS followed by a 2 year clinical internship. For 2026/27, international students pay USD 4,000 per semester in tuition (USD 5,000 in the first semester), USD 2,000 per internship semester and USD 3,830 in one-time admission and Ministry fees, which brings university fees for the full seven years to about USD 52,830 plus books. UniWhereCity is an authorised admission partner of Alexandria University and supports students from the first counselling call to the final day of internship, including a place in our own student hostels in Alexandria.

If your child has cleared NEET and you are weighing a seat in Egypt, this guide answers the questions families ask us most: Is the degree valid in India? What will it really cost? Where will my child stay and what will they eat? Every fee below comes from the official 2026/27 schedule, with nothing left out and nothing added on.

Alexandria University at a Glance

Why Students Choose Alexandria University for Medicine

A coastal city with a long academic tradition

Founded in 1938, Alexandria University is one of Egypt’s oldest and most respected public universities. Its Faculty of Medicine is known for research output and a demanding clinical curriculum. For students, the city itself is a quiet advantage: Alexandria is calmer than Cairo, sits right on the sea and has a mild climate for most of the year, which makes the long years of medical study a little easier to settle into.

Real patients from Year 3 onwards

What sets a medical school apart is the patients its students get to see. Alexandria Main University Hospital and the university’s specialised centres treat thousands of patients every day from across northern Egypt. International students begin bedside clinical rotations from Year 3, so by the time they reach the internship they have already taken histories, examined patients and followed cases on the wards rather than only reading about them.

Global standing and recognition

Alexandria University’s Faculty of Medicine features among leading medical institutions in the QS World University Rankings by Subject for Medicine. The medical school is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools, the directory that replaced the old WHO list and that the ECFMG uses for USMLE eligibility. Graduates can follow licensing routes in India, the USA, the UK and across the Gulf.

Is an MBBS from Alexandria University Valid in India?

Yes, provided the student meets the conditions set by the National Medical Commission (NMC) in the Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate (FMGL) Regulations, 2021. These rules apply to every Indian student studying medicine abroad, whichever university they choose.

How the 5+2 structure fits the NMC FMGL 2021 rules

• Course duration: the NMC requires at least 54 months of study. Alexandria’s 5 year academic programme meets this.
• Internship: at least 12 months of internship at the same foreign university. Alexandria’s 2 year clinical internship is completed at the university’s own hospitals.
• Medium: the full course must be taught in English. Alexandria teaches international students in English.
• One university: the whole course must be completed at the same university, without transfer midway.
• Licence to practise: the degree must make the graduate eligible to practise in the country where it was awarded.

After graduation, students return to India to complete the screening exam and the NMC-mandated supervised internship before full registration. Our counsellors walk every family through these steps before admission, so there are no surprises later.

FMGE today, NEXT tomorrow

Foreign medical graduates currently clear the FMGE, conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS). The NMC has announced the National Exit Test (NEXT) as its replacement. Either way, UniWhereCity students receive free integrated FMGE/NEXT coaching alongside their university studies, so exam preparation starts years before the exam itself.

A Smoother Route to Practise in the UAE and GCC

Many of our families, especially those already living in the Gulf, want a degree that works in the UAE as well as in India. Medical degrees from Alexandria University are recognised by Ministry of Health authorities across the Gulf region, which makes primary source verification straightforward. Graduates can sit licensing exams such as the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) exam, the Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH, formerly HAAD) exam, the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) exam and Oman’s OMSB, and then begin clinical practice in the region. For UAE-based students, our Dubai office handles the full admission locally.

Alexandria University MBBS Fees 2026/27 for International Students

Below is the complete university fee schedule for 2026/27. These are the amounts paid to the university and the Ministry. There are no hidden charges in this breakdown.

One-time admission and Ministry fees

Semester tuition and internship fees

What the full seven years cost

Adding it all up, academic tuition for the five years comes to USD 41,000, the two year internship costs USD 8,000, and the one-time fees are USD 3,830. That puts total university fees at about USD 52,830 , with books at USD 300 per year on top. The gap fee applies only to students who have an academic gap.

Hostel, food, flights and personal spending are separate living costs, not university fees. Our counsellors share the hostel and meal plan cost in writing at the counselling stage, so families can plan the full budget before paying anything.

Eligibility for MBBS at Alexandria University

• Completed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology, along with English.
• Qualified NEET-UG, which the NMC requires for every

Indian student who wants to study medicine abroad and practise in India.

• At least 17 years of age by 31 December of the admission year, as per NMC rules.
• A valid passport and attested Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets.

International admissions to Egyptian public universities are processed through Egypt’s Ministry of Higher Education via the Study in Egypt platform. The minimum marks for each intake are confirmed during your free eligibility check, where we review your mark sheets before any application is made.

Courses Offered at Alexandria University

• Faculty of Medicine (MBBS): 5 year degree followed by a 2 year clinical internship with intensive hospital rotations.
• Faculty of Dentistry: dental education with modern clinics and simulation laboratories.
• Faculty of Pharmacy: PharmD and clinical pharmacy programmes.
• Nursing and Allied Health Sciences: programmes in nursing, physical therapy and rehabilitation sciences. Explore more options on our Nursing Abroad page.

How to Get Admission to Alexandria University with UniWhereCity

Step 1: Free counselling and eligibility check

We go through your Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and NEET score, explain the NMC rules in plain words and confirm whether Alexandria is the right fit for you.

Step 2: Nomination and offer letter

We prepare and submit your documents for initial nomination (USD 650) and follow up until your official offer letter is issued.

Step 3: Registration and Ministry processing

We handle registration (USD 180), student registration, insurance and attestations (USD 1,500) and the Ministry approval (USD 1,500), keeping you updated at each stage.

Step 4: First semester fee and student visa

We guide you on paying the first semester tuition (USD 4,000 + USD 1,000) through the correct channel and complete your Egyptian student visa file.

Step 5: Departure, arrival and settling in

We arrange your pre-departure briefing, airport pickup in Egypt, hostel check-in, Indian meal plan and textbooks, then stay with you for all seven years.

UniWhereCity Hostels in Alexandria: Where Your Child Will Live

The first question most parents ask us is not about fees. It is “Where will my child stay, and will they eat properly?” That is why UniWhereCity runs its own student hostels for Alexandria University students instead of leaving them to find rooms on arrival.

Furnished rooms close to the medical campus

Our hostels are safe, fully furnished and located in pleasant residential neighbourhoods close to the Alexandria University medical campus, so the daily commute to classes and hospital postings is short.

Indian food, cooked fresh

In-house catering serves fresh, hygienic Indian meals along with international options. Students who are away from home for the first time settle in much faster when the food tastes familiar.

Facilities for focused study

• High-speed Wi-Fi for online classes and exam preparation
• Quiet study areas
• Laundry facilities and regular housekeeping
• 24/7 security personnel

Wardens and coordinators on the ground

Dedicated UniWhereCity wardens and local coordinators live and work in Alexandria. They help students with emergency medical assistance, local transport and day-to-day problems, and they are the people parents can call when they want an update.

Why Families Trust UniWhereCity for Alexandria University

• Authorised partner of Alexandria University: your application goes through official admission channels, coordinated directly with the university.
• Transparent fees: the full university fee schedule is shared upfront, exactly as published.
• Our own hostels: safe accommodation with Indian food, run by our team in Alexandria.
• Free FMGE/NEXT coaching: integrated exam preparation throughout the course.
• 7 years of support: from admission through the 5 year MBBS and the 2 year internship.
• Offices in Kerala and Dubai: meet our counsellors in Kozhikode, Malappuram or Dubai.

Hear from current students on our [Student

Voices](https://uniwherecity.com/student-voices) page.

Comparing Alexandria with Other Universities in Egypt

Alexandria is one of several public universities in Egypt that our students choose. If you want to compare cities, fees and hospital exposure before deciding, read our guides on MBBS at Mansoura University, MBBS at Cairo University, MBBS at Ain Shams University and MBBS in Egypt through Nahda University. You can also browse every destination on our MBBS Abroad page.

Frequently Asked Questions About MBBS at Alexandria University

What is the total fee for MBBS at Alexandria University?

For 2026/27, university fees for the full seven years come to about USD 52,830. This includes USD 3,830 in one-time admission and Ministry fees, USD 41,000 in tuition for the five academic years and USD 8,000 for the two year internship. Books cost USD 300 per year.

Is Alexandria University approved by the NMC?

The NMC does not issue approval lists for foreign universities. Instead, it sets conditions in the FMGL Regulations 2021. Alexandria’s 5 year English-medium MBBS with a 2 year internship at the same university meets these conditions, so eligible graduates can appear for FMGE/NEXT in India.

Is NEET required for MBBS at Alexandria University?

Yes. Indian students must qualify NEET-UG to study medicine abroad and later practise in India.

How long is the MBBS course at Alexandria University?

Seven years in total: five academic years followed by a two year clinical internship at the university’s hospitals.

Is the course taught in English?

Yes. The MBBS programme for international students is taught in English.

Can I work in Dubai or the UAE after studying at Alexandria University?

Yes. Alexandria graduates can sit Gulf licensing exams such as DHA, DOH, MOHAP and OMSB, and degrees are recognised by Gulf Ministry of Health authorities, which keeps credential verification straightforward.

What hostel and food facilities does UniWhereCity provide in Alexandria?

UniWhereCity runs fully furnished student hostels near the medical campus with fresh Indian meals, high-speed Wi-Fi, study areas, laundry, housekeeping, 24/7 security and on-site wardens.

Is UniWhereCity an authorised partner of Alexandria University?

Yes. UniWhereCity is an authorised admission partner of Alexandria University and coordinates applications directly with the university’s official admission channels.

Start Your Alexandria University Application

Seats for international students at Egypt’s public universities are limited each intake, and document attestation takes time, so it helps to start early. Book a free counselling session and our team will check your eligibility, explain every fee and answer your questions about hostels and safety.

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