Cairo University - CU vs Ain Shams University vs Swiss School of Management - SSM vs Thebes Higher Institute for Engineering vs Assiut University

Side-by-side comparison from 152 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Swiss School of Management - SSM (5.00)
Cairo University - CU: wins 0/7 categories
Ain Shams University: wins 0/7 categories
Swiss School of Management - SSM: wins 7/7 categories
Thebes Higher Institute for Engineering: wins 0/7 categories
Assiut University: wins 0/7 categories
Helwan university - HU: wins 0/7 categories
El Sewedy University of Technology - SUTech: wins 0/7 categories
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Best programme: Accounting
Best programme: Accounting
Bellinzona, Switzerland
5.00
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Best programme: Bachelor of Business Administration
Best programme: Bachelor of Medicine
Best programme: MBA specialisation Nursing
Category ratings
Facilities
3.46
3.79
4.67
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Not rated
3.50
3.69
4.00
Location
3.98
3.95
5.00
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Not rated
4.00
3.33
3.00
Professors
3.84
4.13
4.33
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Not rated
3.86
4.00
3.00
Internationality
3.72
3.87
5.00
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Not rated
4.14
3.46
4.00
Student life
3.45
3.48
4.33
Win
Not rated
3.71
3.69
3.00
Value
4.12
4.11
5.00
Win
Not rated
3.57
4.00
4.00
Accommodation
3.05
3.36
5.00
Win
Not rated
3.57
3.23
3.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Strong academic foundation with practical application
  • +Knowledgeable and supportive professors
  • +Excellent preparation for career and professional development
  • +Strong academic foundations and knowledgeable, supportive professors
  • +Positive campus environment fostering growth and enjoyable student life
  • +Development of analytical, academic, and personal skills
  • +Practical, real-world preparation
  • +Personal and professional growth
  • +International experience

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  • +Strong faculty and diverse programs
  • +Excellent medical and clinical training
  • +Positive campus environment and facilities
  • +High quality of teaching staff and accommodating faculty.
  • +Abundant academic resources and diverse, multidisciplinary programs.
  • +Excellent organization and supervision of university operations.

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues, including inefficient scheduling and inadequate systems.
  • -Outdated educational methods and average teaching quality.
  • -Excessive exam pressure and overwhelming academic workload.
  • -Outdated curriculum and inadequate facilities are major disappointments.
  • -Lack of specialization options and delayed subject focus hinders learning.
  • -Negative interactions with professors and perceived administrative issues contribute to dissatisfaction.
  • -Frustrating administrative and management issues.
  • -Outdated and poorly maintained facilities.
  • -Lack of engaging and relevant curriculum.

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  • -Administrative & management issues
  • -Outdated facilities
  • -Lack of resources & support
  • -Coursework policies and grading inconsistencies discourage genuine learning.
  • -Ineffective teaching methods and outdated assessment formats are prevalent.

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Rating summary
What students say

This university achieves its highest marks for **Value** (4.12) and **Location** (3.98). Professors also received a commendable rating (3.84). Conversely, **Accomodation** (3.05) emerged as the weakest area, with Student Life (3.45) and Facilities (3.46) also scoring moderately. Internationality rated well at 3.72.

When evaluating the institution, professors and value emerge as the most highly-rated aspects, both scoring above 4.0. Conversely, accommodation received the lowest score, indicating room for improvement in this area. Other categories like facilities, location, and internationality also received respectable, above-average ratings. Student life, while not the lowest, falls slightly below the overall average.

This institution boasts exceptional scores in several key areas, notably achieving perfect marks for **Location**, **Accomodation**, **Internationality**, and **Value**. The **Facilities** also stand out with a strong rating of 4.67. Areas showing slightly less consistent strength, though still positive, include **Professors** and **Student Life**, both rated at 4.33.

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This institution garners its highest marks for **Internationality** and **Location**, both receiving over 4.0. Conversely, **Facilities** and **Accomodation** are rated at a respectable 3.5, representing the lower end of its evaluated strengths. The university also scores well in **Student Life** and **Value**, indicating a generally positive overall perception across these metrics. Professors are also well-regarded, with a score close to 3.9.

This institution performs exceptionally well in academic and financial aspects, with a perfect 4.0 rating for Professors and Value. Student Life and Facilities also received solid scores, both at 3.69. The weakest areas identified were Accomodation (3.23) and Location (3.33), though Internationality remains moderate at 3.46.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

Around 74% of reviews are positive, highlighting knowledgeable professors, strong curricula, and good academic/professional preparation. A small percentage (approximately 3.7%) mention issues like outdated methods or administrative inefficiencies.

~93% of reviews are positive, highlighting strong academics, knowledgeable professors, and a supportive environment. A small ~7% of feedback mentions outdated curricula and equipment.

All three reviews are overwhelmingly positive, awarding a perfect 5/5 rating. Students highlight the university's encouragement of creativity and practical, real-world business preparation. The international experience and the balance between theory and practice are also frequently praised.

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Six of seven reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.14/5. Students praise diverse learning, quality faculty, and strong medical programs. Limited funding for research supplies was noted once.

With a 3.92 average rating, ~74% of reviews are positive, praising diverse faculties, quality teaching staff, and available resources. A small percentage (~7.7%) of negative feedback indicates disappointment with specific programs and grading practices.

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Rating distribution
5★
41%
50%
100%
0%
29%
31%
0%
4★
32%
28%
0%
0%
57%
38%
0%
3★
23%
15%
0%
0%
14%
23%
100%
2★
2%
4%
0%
0%
0%
8%
0%
1★
1%
2%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
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Alsun

Ain Shams University is one of the best universities in Egypt. The professors are knowledgeable and supportive, and the academic environment encourages learning and personal growth. The campus offers a great atmosphere, and there are many student activities that make university life enjoyable. I'm proud to be part of this university and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a high-quality education.

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