Alexandria, the Pearl of the Mediterranean, is a city where legendary history and vibrant modernity come together; seaside promenades, ancient libraries, cosmopolitan cafes, and renowned universities create an atmosphere perfect for dreamers and doers alike. Here, families nurture a passion for learning and encourage students to venture from the city’s storied shores to the world’s top campuses, gaining skills and experiences to elevate both personal and national achievements.

At Grad-Dreams, Alexandria’s spirit of innovation and exploration inspires everything we do. With 22+ years of global guidance and 300+ university partnerships, our team supports every step of the journey abroad, offering clarity, practical advice, and genuine encouragement for students and families from application to graduation.

#Jewels of Alexandria Academia: Top Local Universities 

• Alexandria University: Egypt’s second largest and a national iconQS #781, THE #1001, and home to 150,000 students, top-ranked in medicine, engineering, marine science, agriculture, and the arts. 
• Pharos University: Modern private university, ranked #201250 in the Arab region, respected for business, pharmacy, engineering, and international programs. 
• Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AASTMT): The region’s leader in maritime, logistics, IT, and global business education. 
• Alexandria Higher Institute of Engineering & Technology: High-quality technical courses closely linked to Egypt’s industry.

Thousands of Alexandrian students cross borders each year taking with them a love of the sea, a thirst for discovery, and the legacy of the ancient world’s greatest library.

#Alexandria Student Pulse: Trends & Top Destinations 

• Most Popular Study Destinations: UAE, Saudi Arabia, USA, UK, France, Germany, Canada, and Malaysia. 
• Favorite Subjects: Engineering, Maritime Studies, Computer Science, Medicine, Design, Business, and Arts. 
• Stats Snapshot: Alexandria contributes up to 10,000 of Egypt’s ~51,000 outbound students annually (2025 UNESCO)numbers climbing steadily post-pandemic as new scholarships and international agreements open doorways worldwide.

Alexandria’s young people are known for creative thinking, adaptability, and strong language skills. Many rely on Egyptian government, ministry, or university scholarships, alongside self-funding and private grants, to achieve their global goals.

#Alexandria: all about numbers: 

Current Students Abroad: Estimated 9,00010,000+ from Alexandria in 2025 (regional share of Egypt’s 51,000 total). 

Annual Growth Rate: 46% (buoyed by global partnerships and a passion for international experience). 

Projection: 12,000+ Alexandrian students abroad by 2026, especially in STEM, health, logistics, and creative sectors.Outbound flows are strong to the Gulf, UK, France, Germany, and North America; Alexandria’s institutions also foster emerging routes to Asia, the Mediterranean, and Francophone Africa.