New Valley University Faculty of Medicine

The campus is designed to be a "beacon of learning" in the desert region, focusing on sustainable and technology-enabled spaces:

• Academic Infrastructure: Large, air-conditioned lecture halls equipped with smart boards and high-resolution projectors for interactive learning.
• Advanced Laboratories: Modern labs for foundational sciences including Biochemistry, Physiology, and Microbiology.
• Medical Library: A comprehensive library providing access to physical medical texts and digital databases through the Egyptian Knowledge Bank.
• Clinical Training Centers: Features specialized rooms for clinical skill acquisition before students transition to hospital wards.

• New Valley University Teaching Hospital: The faculty is closely linked with the university's developing teaching hospital and the Kharga General Hospital.
• Regional Training: Students rotate through a network of health centers and hospitals across the New Valley Governorate, which is unique for its focus on rural and desert medicine.
• Early Clinical Exposure: Following the new Egyptian medical education system, students begin basic clinical observation and skill training in their early years.

As a public university, the fees are set by the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education for international students.

Scholarship

• Governmental Grants: International students may be eligible for scholarships offered through the "Study in Egypt" (EGYAID) initiative.
• Academic Excellence: Top-ranking students often receive reductions in service fees or administrative costs.
• Arab/African Student Discounts: Significant discounts (often 30–50%) are sometimes available for students from specific Nile Basin or Arab League countries, depending on current bilateral agreements.

• Location: Kharga, the largest oasis in the Egyptian Western Desert.
• The Vibe: Exceptionally safe, quiet, and pollution-free. It is a perfect location for students who prefer a calm environment for intensive study.
• Connectivity:
• By Air: Regular domestic flights connect Kharga Airport to Cairo.
• By Bus: Regular bus services are available from Cairo (approx. 7–8 hours) and Assiut (approx. 3 hours).
• Climate: Dry, desert climate with hot summers and cool, pleasant winters.

• Accommodation: The university provides safe and furnished on-campus dormitories for both male and female students.
• Private Housing: Many students choose to live in private apartments in Kharga City, where the cost of living is significantly lower than in Cairo or Alexandria.
• Cost: Living expenses (including food and rent) are extremely affordable, often ranging from $150 to $300 per month.
• Mess/Dining: University cafeterias provide Halal meals. Kharga City is famous for its high-quality dates and organic agricultural products.

• NRI Admissions: A safe and cost-effective option for Indian students. NEET-UG qualification is a mandatory prerequisite for degree recognition in India.
• Eligibility: Minimum aggregate of 75% in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics in High School.
• Required Documents: Attested high school marksheets, valid passport, 10 photos, and a medical fitness certificate.
• Application: Must be submitted via the official "Study in Egypt" portal.