Study at Merit University for International Students 2026

Overview of Merit University for International Students

Merit University was established by Presidential Decree No. 8 of 2019, located in New Sohag — one of Egypt's richest governorates in history and archaeological tourism. The university is named after Princess Merit-Amun, daughter of King Ramesses II, reflecting a unique blend of ancient Egyptian civilisational heritage and modern education.

The university holds international partnerships with leading academic institutions to achieve the highest quality standards, offering Bachelor's, Master's and PhD programmes across 10 diverse faculties. Sohag offers a low cost of living with affordable accommodation and transport options.

Available Faculties at Merit University

• Faculty of Medicine
• Faculty of Pharmacy
• Faculty of Nursing
• Faculty of Oral & Dental Surgery
• Faculty of Engineering
• Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences
• Faculty of Technological Sciences
• Faculty of Tourism & Hotels
• Faculty of Arts & Humanities
• Faculty of Economics & Business Administration

All faculties welcome international students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Admission Requirements for International Students

• Non-Egyptian nationality with a valid passport
• For undergraduate: High school diploma or equivalent
• For Master's: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• For PhD: Master's degree from an accredited university
• Submit all official documents from May to December

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