Benha National University جامعة بنها الأهلية

What Benha National University جامعة بنها الأهلية does

Benha National University (BNU) is a non-profit private national university established by Egyptian Presidential Decree No. 369 of 2022 and located on a 40-acre campus in Al-Obour City, Qalyubia Governorate, Egypt. The institution is classified as a fourth-generation smart university and operates 10 colleges offering 25 unique undergraduate programs across Medicine, Dentistry, Physical Therapy, Veterinary Medicine, Engineering, Computer Science, Visual Arts and Design, Economics and Business Administration, Energy Sciences, and Applied Health Sciences Technology. Programs are delivered in English-medium instruction under a credit-hour system, with tuition ranging from 50,000 EGP to 75,000 EGP annually for domestic students and approximately 3,500 USD for foreign students, and durations ranging from 4 to 6 years including internship years.

The university's technology infrastructure includes AI and robotics labs, embedded systems and data analysis laboratories, modern physical therapy labs, e-learning platforms, and an electronic student services portal for schedules and examination management. BNU has assembled a multi-stakeholder ecosystem spanning major technology vendors (IBM and Microsoft for paid summer internships, Oracle for academic engagement, Google via GDG on Campus), international universities (University of Lille in France and University of Louisville in the USA), Egyptian industry leaders (Orascom Construction, Kriazi Group), and government research bodies (Egyptian Armed Forces Research, National Water Research Center). The institution has earned three international ISO certificates for integrated management systems, the first private university in Egypt to do so, and students have recorded competitive wins at the Global Robotics Challenge and Clash of Codes 2026.

BNU generates revenue almost exclusively through tuition and academic fees across its 25 programs, with a stated total investment of approximately 3 billion EGP. The university recruits students directly through its admissions process, supplemented by orientation seminars, scientific days, workshops, and participation in technology events. The institution has expanded rapidly since founding, growing from 7 to 10 colleges between 2022 and 2025 through successive presidential and ministerial decrees, and continues to sign new industry, academic, and government research partnerships at a steady cadence.

Name

Benha National University جامعة بنها الأهلية

Legal name

Benha National University (جامعة بنها الأهلية)

Website

https://bnu.edu.eg

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Benha National University is a non-profit, fourth-generation smart national university in Al-Obour City, Egypt, founded in 2022. It operates 10 colleges delivering 25 English-medium undergraduate programs in medicine, engineering, computer science, business, and energy, serving domestic Egyptian and international students via tuition-based enrollment.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education / Tertiary Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical Universities with Computing, Data & AI Focus (EDAHAEAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

STEM-Focused Research Universities (Engineering & Applied Sciences) (EDAHABAB)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Private university education
• Engineering and medical education
• Computer science education

Headquarters

HQ city

Al-Obour City

HQ country

Egypt

HQ region

Africa

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Academic Fees: Revenue generated from tuition fees charged to students across all faculties and programs. The university operates as a non-profit private national university, with fees varying by program.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Benha National University is a non-profit private national university that delivers undergraduate higher-education programs across 10 colleges (Medicine, Dentistry, Physical Therapy, Veterinary Medicine, Engineering, Computer Science, Visual Arts & Design, Economics and Business Administration, Energy Sciences, and Applied Health Sciences Technology) and 25 unique programs on a credit-hour system with English-medium instruction. The university also offers electronic student services through online portals, mandatory internships, and industry-aligned training supported by advanced labs in AI, robotics, and data analysis.

Product overview

Benha National University is a non-profit national university comprising 10 colleges offering 25 unique undergraduate programs. The university operates a comprehensive educational ecosystem across faculties of Medicine, Dentistry, Physical Therapy, Veterinary Medicine, Engineering, Computer Science, Visual Arts & Design, Economics and Business Administration, and Energy Sciences. The institution utilizes a credit-hour system with English-medium instruction and provides electronic student services through online portals. Programs range from medical and healthcare disciplines to technology-focused fields including AI, data science, software development, and engineering specializations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• College of Medicine Program Undergraduate medical education program leading to a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBCh) degree, targeted at high-school graduates pursuing careers in medicine.
• College of Dentistry Program Undergraduate dental education program preparing students for careers in dental practice.
• College of Physical Therapy Program Physical therapy education program comprising 180 credit hours over 6 years including 5 academic years plus 1 internship year, with specialized tracks in sports rehab, pediatric therapy, neurology, cardiopulmonary care, and women's health.
• College of Veterinary Medicine Program Undergraduate veterinary medicine education program preparing students for careers in animal health and veterinary practice.
• College of Engineering Programs Engineering programs including Mechatronics and Automation Engineering (144 credit hours), Communication Systems Engineering, Medical Engineering, Construction Engineering (75,000 EGP/year), and Manufacturing & Materials Engineering, with AI, robotics, embedded systems, and data-analysis labs.
• College of Computer Science Programs Computer science programs offering 136 credit hours over 4 years in English-medium instruction, including Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Computational Linguistics, Data Science, Software and Applications Development, and Virtual and Augmented Reality.
• College of Visual Arts & Design Programs Visual arts and design programs including Interior Design and Furniture, and Media and Advertising.
• College of Economics and Business Administration Programs Business and economics programs (142 credit hours over 4 years in English) including Accounting and Business Informatics, Digital Marketing and E-Business, Business Administration and International Relations (50,000 EGP domestic / 3,500 USD foreign), International Economics & Finance, and Statistics and Insurance.
• College of Energy Sciences Programs Energy sciences programs covering Fossil Fuel Energy, Renewable Energy, and Nuclear Energy.
• Electronic Student Services Online portal providing electronic services for students including academic schedules, examination timetables, and student affairs management.
• College of Applied Health Sciences Technology Program Undergraduate applied health sciences technology education program covering health-technology disciplines.

Quantifiable outcome

• First private university in Egypt to obtain three international ISO certificates for integrated management systems
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered major and moderate.

• Kriazi Group (مجموعة كريازي)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 July 2026BNU signed cooperation protocols with Kriazi Group as part of BNU's strategy for partnerships and collaborations with the private sector.
• Orascom Construction (أوراسكوم للإنشاءات)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 July 2026BNU signed cooperation protocols with Orascom Construction as part of BNU's strategy for partnerships with industry leaders.
• National Water Research Center (المركز القومي لبحوث المياه)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 July 2026BNU and the National Water Research Center signed a strategic cooperation protocol for research collaboration.
• University of Lille, France (جامعة ليل الفرنسية)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 July 2026BNU organized an advanced scientific seminar in collaboration with University of Lille, France, and hosted an international scientific seminar on physics of mesoscopic systems.
• Armed Forces Research (القوات المسلحة)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 July 2026New research cooperation between the Armed Forces and BNU to enhance medical innovation and advanced education.
• IBMmajorTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with IBM to provide paid summer internships for Computer Science students as part of career preparation.
• MicrosoftmajorTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with Microsoft to provide paid summer internships for Computer Science students as part of career preparation.
• University of Louisville, USAmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerBNU organized an introductory seminar about study and training opportunities at University of Louisville, USA.
• Google Developer Groups on Campus (GDG on Campus BNU)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBNU hosts the Google Developer Groups On Campus chapter, organizing tech events, workshops, and career development sessions with support from Google.
• Route AcademymoderateImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerProfessional AI workshop collaboration with Route Academy delivering hands-on training on AI tools and technologies with certified trainers.
• Oracle CorporationmoderateTechnology or IntegrationOracle Corporation Regional Director Eng. Fikry Nabil participated in Computer Science Faculty Scientific Day as keynote speaker on 'The Future of Databases: AI, Cybersecurity, and Modern Data Management'.
• Higher Technological InstitutemoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerBNU students participated in CLASH OF CODES 2026 competition organized by Higher Technological Institute.
• 10th of Ramadan Higher InstitutemoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerBNU students competed in CLASH OF CODES 2026 hosted by 10th of Ramadan Higher Institute.
• Al-Madina University CairomoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerBNU participated in DevFest Cairo 2025 hosted by Al-Madina University, Egypt's largest tech event.
• Benha UniversitymoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerBNU participated in Smart Healthcare Hackathon 2026 organized by Benha University in collaboration with various institutions.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Zewail City of Science and Technology: Egyptian non-profit research university focused on science, engineering, and technology with strong AI and innovation positioning. Comparable mission and STEM emphasis, though more research-oriented than BNU's undergraduate focus.
• German University in Cairo (GUC): Established Egyptian private university with strong STEM and engineering focus, English-medium instruction, and industry partnerships. Competes with BNU for the same Egyptian students seeking premium STEM higher education.
• Galala University: Egyptian national smart university established under the same presidential initiative as BNU. Operates a similar multi-college structure with strong engineering and computer science emphasis, serving as a direct competitor for students and faculty.
• Nile University: Egyptian for-profit private university focused on engineering, computer science, and AI/business programs. Direct competitor for tech-oriented Egyptian students and a benchmark for private-sector STEM university operations.
• Egypt University of Informatics (EUI): Recently established Egyptian national university specializing in informatics, AI, computer science, and business informatics. Closely overlapping with BNU's Computer Science and Economics college positioning.
• New Mansoura University: Another Egyptian 'fourth-generation' national smart university with a similar mandate to deliver modern, tech-enabled higher education. Closely comparable in founding era, government backing, and smart-university positioning to BNU.
• King Salman International University: Another Egyptian national university in the fourth-generation cohort with multi-college structure including Medicine, Engineering, and Computer Science. Targets a similar domestic Egyptian student segment with comparable tuition positioning.
• Al-Alamein International University: Egyptian national university affiliated with the fourth-generation initiative, focused on engineering, AI, and international-standard programs. Directly comparable in scope, English-medium instruction, and target student profile to BNU.

Broad incumbents

• American University in Cairo (AUC): Egypt's leading private liberal arts and research university with extensive computer science and engineering programs. Larger, more established, with stronger brand but higher tuition, competing for the same premium Egyptian student segment.
• Benha University: Public Egyptian university affiliated with BNU and serving the same Qalyubia region. Provides free/low-cost competition across overlapping colleges (Medicine, Engineering, Computer Science) and represents the public-sector benchmark BNU must differentiate against.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/BenhaNationalUniversity
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/benha-national-university

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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