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In a major step toward internationalizing Egypt’s higher education system, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr.
Ayman Ashour, has hailed the signing of a series of landmark cooperation agreements between 12 Egyptian universities and the University of Louisville in the United States.
The new agreements aim to establish a collaborative track for Master of Science in Engineering programs across various specializations.
Dr. Ashour addressed the event via a pre-recorded video message during a ceremony that brought together leading academic figures from both sides. Among the attendees were Professor Catherine Carderelli, Interim Provost of the University of Louisville, Professor Emmanuel Collins, Dean of the College of Engineering, and university officials from both countries.
The participating Egyptian universities include Alexandria University, Assiut University, Mansoura University, Menoufia University, Benha University, El Alamein International University, New Mansoura University, and their respective private counterparts.
“These partnerships represent a knowledge bridge between Egyptian and American educational institutions,” said Dr. Ashour.
“They reflect a commitment to promoting academic excellence, innovation, and providing high-quality educational opportunities for Egyptian students to pursue global careers.”
He emphasized that these agreements align with the National Strategy for Higher Education and Scientific Research and reaffirm Egypt’s drive toward educational modernization under Vision 2030. Dr.
Ashour also underscored the Ministry’s dedication to leveraging global expertise to improve graduate competitiveness and university performance.
The University of Louisville was praised as a strategic partner, particularly for its collaboration with USAID in hosting high-achieving Egyptian students.
“These students returned as ambassadors, spreading the university’s values and excellence throughout Egypt and the Middle East,” Dr. Ashour noted.
The new academic track will allow students to complete six credit hours at their home institution in Egypt before transferring to the University of Louisville to finish an additional 24 credit hours, earning a Master’s degree in Engineering Sciences.
While not a formal dual degree, the program offers a flexible transition between the two systems.
University presidents from Egypt lauded the agreement as a milestone in expanding academic and research cooperation with top-tier international institutions.
Representatives from the University of Louisville echoed this sentiment, calling the agreement a “significant achievement” in strengthening global academic ties.
This initiative marks a promising development for students seeking global academic exposure and for Egypt’s growing efforts to position its universities on the international stage.
