irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $25.32MADULT AND CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS: DURING FY 2024, PROGRAMS IN THE SCHOOL OF CONTINUING EDUCATION ENROLLED A TOTAL OF 29,341 STUDENTS. THE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS EXECUTIVE EDUCATION (FORMERLY THE MANAGEMENT CENTER AND THE INTERNATIONAL EXECUTIVE EDUCATION INSTITUTE) ENROLLED A TOTAL OF 4,184 STUDENTS. THE ENGINEERING SERVICES PROGRAM ENROLLED A TOTAL OF 5,371 STUDENTS.
- #2 $5.94MRESEARCH AND OTHER SPONSORED ACTIVITY PROGRAMS: THE OFFICE OF SPONSORED PROGRAMS REPORTS THAT AUC RECEIVED GRANTS AND AWARDS IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $48,443,919 FROM OUTSIDE SPONSORS DURING FY 2024 IN SUPPORT OF RESEARCH, TRAINING AND PUBLIC SERVICE PROJECTS. THIS INCLUDES 117 SPONSORED PROJECTS AVERAGING OVER $414,050 PER PROJECT. IN ADDITION TO THE MANY AND VARIED FACULTY RESEARCH PROJECTS, THE UNIVERSITY CONDUCTS RESEARCH PROJECTS THROUGH A NUMBER OF 12 RESEARCH CENTERS.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Engineering Services Program
Offers continuing education programs in engineering that enrolled 5,371 students in FY 2024
Research Centers
Conducts research through 12 interdisciplinary centers including CARES, A2K4D, and the Kamal Adham Center for Television and Digital Journalism
School of Business Executive Education
Provides executive education programs that enrolled 4,184 students in FY 2024
School of Continuing Education
Offers professional development programs including the Career Accelerator initiative with 17 career tracks and 200 stackable credentials accredited under ANSI/IACET standards
activities · 11 groups
What they do
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Higher Education Degree Programs 2 activities
- Deliver continuing and executive education programsEnrolled 29,341 students in the School of Continuing Education, 4,184 in the School of Business Executive Education, and 5,371 in the Engineering Services Program during fiscal year 2024, offering leadership development and lifelong learning opportunities.
- Deliver undergraduate and graduate academic programsOffers up to 39 unique undergraduate majors and a range of graduate programs across five schools, providing high-quality English-language higher education at two campuses in Cairo. The institution serves full-time students and professionals preparing for a rapidly changing world.
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Performing Arts Venue Rental 1 activity
- Host cultural programming and arts engagementOperates a cultural gathering space in downtown Cairo that supports literature, theatre, and the arts, including performance venues like Bassily Auditorium and the Allam Amphitheater.
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Community Recycling & Reuse Education 1 activity
- Implement campus sustainability initiativesOperates recycling programs and promotes environmental research and education as part of institutional efforts to reduce carbon footprint.
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Alumni Community Building 1 activity
- Maintain global alumni network for leadership and engagementSustains an active alumni network of over 52,000 graduates who hold leadership roles globally in business, diplomacy, technology, and development, fostering long-term institutional engagement.
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Study Abroad and Global Immersion Programs 1 activity
- Offer study abroad and global learning opportunitiesFacilitates international academic experiences through study abroad programs available in over 60 global cities.
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School-Based Mental Health and Family Support 1 activity
- Operate accredited counseling and mental health servicesRuns the first IACS Accredited Counseling Center in Africa, providing professional mental health and counseling support to the university community.
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Campus Facility Operations and Management 1 activity
- Operate multi-campus academic and community facilitiesManages a 260-acre campus in New Cairo designed for 5,500 students and 1,500 faculty/staff, along with a downtown Tahrir Square campus. Facilities include lecture halls (ranging from 150–225 capacity), auditoriums (including a 1,255-seat main auditorium), conference spaces, and outdoor venues such as a 15-acre park with an amphitheater and a 20-acre university garden.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Provide scholarships and financial supportProvides financial aid and scholarship support to over 60% of its student body, enhancing access to higher education.
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Student and Camp Transportation Services 1 activity
- Provide transportation services for campus communitiesOperates a transportation network connecting AUC New Cairo and AUC Tahrir Square campuses with key neighborhoods in Greater Cairo, supporting mobility for students, faculty, and staff.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Support professional career development and credentialingOffers the Career Accelerator initiative, which provides flexible learning pathways with 17 career tracks and 200 stackable credentials accredited under ANSI/IACET standards. Includes 33 career-building workshops and personalized advising through the Career Clinic, with learners earning verified digital badges and certificates upon completion.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Conduct sponsored research across multiple centersConducted 117 research, training, and public service projects funded by external sponsors, receiving $48,443,919 in grants during fiscal year 2024. Research is carried out through 12 dedicated centers including those focused on migration, environment, gender, and technology.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$199.12M
Contributions & grants$44.34M22%
Program service revenue$136.03M68%
Investment income$13.69M7%
Other revenue$5.06M
expenses
Total expenses$196.60M
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$79.05M
Grants paid out$33.11M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.07B
Cash$72.24M
Investments$669.02M
Liabilities$85.39M
Net assets$981.99M
Liquid reserves45.2 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +6.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 13
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHMAD SALIM DALLAL | PRESIDENT | 40 | $548K |
| SUNANDA HOLMES | GEN COUNSEL&CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER | 40 | $409K |
| EHAB MOHAMED ABDEL-RAHMAN | PROVOST | 40 | $313K |
| DINA FUAD ABULFOTUH | VP FOR MARKTG & COMMUNICATION | 40 | $268K |
| RICHARD BROW | VP ADVANCEM. & ALUM. RELATIONS | 40 | $266K |
| KHALED NASSAR | PROFESSOR AND ASSOCIATE DEAN, ESS | 40 | $245K |
| ALI S HADI | DISTING. PROF. OF MATH & ACTUARI. | 40 | $245K |
| AHMED MOHAMED TOLBA | CHAIR MANAGEMENT DEPT. | 40 | $240K |
| SHERIF KAMEL | DEAN, SCHOOL OF BUS | 40 | $235K |
| IBRAHIM ABDEL-HAMID AWAD | PROF. OF PRACTICE & DIR. MRS | 40 | $208K |
| MOHAMED NAGIB ABOU ZEID | PROFESSOR CONSTRUCTION DEPT. | 40 | $194K |
| SHEREEN SHAKER MIKHAIL | VP FACILITIES | 40 | $133K |
| AMIR HABIB | CFO & AVP FIN. | 40 | $120K |
board members · 12
- ALI FARAMAWAY — TRUSTEE
- ATEF ELTOUKHY — TRUSTEE
- BARBARA BROWN — TRUSTEE
- BISHOY AZMY — TRUSTEE
- EHAB ABOUOAF — TRUSTEE
- GRETCHEN GERWE WELCH — TRUSTEE
- HISHAM EL-KHAZINDAR — VICE CHAIRMAN & TRUSTEE
- HOSNA MOHAMAED RACHID — TRUSTEE
- JONATHAN L WOLF — TRUSTEE
- LAURIE FITCH — TRUSTEE
- MARK TURNAGE — CHAIRMAN & TRUSTEE
- NATHAN BROWN — TRUSTEE
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- Advising Center Partner — Collaborates with the Advising Center to deliver career-building workshops including CV reviews, mock interviews, and skills assessments.
- Egypt Government — Chartered and accredited in Egypt, operating under Egyptian legal and educational frameworks.
- Egypt Government — Holds accreditation from Egyptian educational authorities.
- IACS Partner — Accredits AUC's Counseling Center
- MSCHE Government — Accrediting body that reaffirmed AUC's accreditation, reflecting standards in U.S. higher education.
- Nova School of Business and Economics Partner — Exchange or study abroad partnership enabling student mobility
- Office of Sponsored Programs Government — Administers grants and awards from outside sponsors for research, training, and public service projects.
- United States Government — Accredited and chartered in the United States, reflecting U.S. academic standards and institutional oversight.
- United States Government — Holds accreditation from U.S. educational authorities.
- none Partner — No named organizational partnerships mentioned
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Inclusive Intercultural Educationmethodology: inclusive intercultural learningBy fostering an inclusive, intercultural learning environment, the university prepares students for global interconnectedness, because exposure to diverse perspectives enhances empathy, collaboration, and leadership in multicultural contexts.
- Liberal Arts with Professional Applicationmethodology: liberal-arts-with-professional-applicationBy combining a liberal arts foundation with practical, profession-oriented specializations, the university prepares students for global competitiveness and regional development, because critical thinking combined with applied skills increases adaptability and workforce readiness.
- Stackable and Modular Credentialingmethodology: modular flexible learningBy offering modular, self-paced learning and stackable credentials, the university enables lifelong learners and professionals to build qualifications incrementally, because flexible, workplace-relevant pathways increase accessibility and labor market alignment.
- Urban-Integrated Learningmethodology: urban-integrated_learningBy using Cairo as a living laboratory, the university enhances academic learning through direct engagement with the city’s cultural, historical, and social contexts, because experiential immersion in real-world environments deepens understanding and regional relevance.