Student Residences
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Student Residences
Living at AUC means joining a dynamic, and one-of-a-kind community that carries excellence into every aspect of living and learning. The Office of Residential Life supports the residential community through tailored programming aligned with student growth, from freshman year through graduate studies.
About Student Residences
Providing the kind of comfort and convenience befitting community, AUC’s on-campus halls are just a five-to-seven-minute walk to classes, and residents of near-campus halls can take a complimentary shuttle right to the campus gate for an equally short walk to class. On-campus halls are also close to many food options and supermarkets, both on and off-campus. With bus service to other areas of the city leaving from campus throughout the day, students can expand their experiences in the region.
Our residences include:
- A fully furnished bedroom or apartment with bed linens provided
- AC and heating in each room/apartment
- In-room, high-speed WiFi and 24/7 access to computer labs and study spaces
- A community lounge and kitchenette per residential unit
- Self-serve laundry
- Professional cleaning of bathrooms and common lounges
- Gender segregated units
- Accessible residential spaces that accommodate students with disabilities
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Academic Year 2025 – 2026 Occupancy and Application Dates
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May
Online Application Summer 2026
25
May
Move-Out Date Spring 2026
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Jun
Move-In Date Summer 2026
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Student Residences Programs
Resident Advisors Program
We develop leaders. We aim at serving our community by creating a holistic living-learning community suitable for all residents to learn and develop. A key element of this mission is achieved through our Resident Advisors (RAs). An RA is a student para-staff member who engages in establishing a living-learning community, works as an advisor for the residents, and facilitates the residents' dormitory experience through the university resources/services/programs. The Resident Advisors work closely with the Resident Officers and other staff members to translate the Office of Residential Life vision and fulfill its mission. The RA is mainly the communication channel between the residents and the staff members/administration. The RA plays a vital role in establishing a comfortable atmosphere that encourages diversity, welcomes everyone, and makes the dorms feel like home.
Eligibility Criteria
- Have a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher
- Not on any kind of probation/sanction when the term of the RA position begins
- Registered in classes and enrolled at AUC for Spring 2021
- Not planning to study abroad in Fall 2021
- Been a resident at any of the residence halls for at least one academic year
- Attend RA mandatory pre-semester training
Recruitment Process
- The opening for hiring is done on a need basis, which means we launch the application as long as we need to recruit RAs.
- Residents are informed of the opening via email from us. They are required to complete and submit the application attached in the email, as well as provide at least one recommendation letter.
- Applicants who pass the filtration process based on the eligibility criteria set for an interview.
- Applicants are interviewed to assess their capabilities as potential candidates; the panel grades the candidates based on a rubric and then proceeds with their final selection.
Post and Compensation
RAs term is one academic semester, subject to renewal. They receive free single room accommodation If an applicant already has a free single room accommodation as a result of a fellowship or scholarship that covers accommodations, no additional compensation is offered.
The Residential Buddy Program
The Residential Buddy (RB) Program promotes the social inclusion of students with disabilities (SWDs) at AUC by matching students staying at the residences with other residents. Together, members with and without disabilities launch advocacy efforts, daily life skill boosting, and attend bonding events within the AUC Community. Inclusive living fosters an integrated experience for SWDs to become more active and contributing citizens living independently in a dynamic environment where they can learn and thrive.
Location
The Residential Buddy must live close to the resident SWD, preferably in the same section of the residential building/unit. Same gender matching if possible.
Hours
Minimum of 8.5 hours per week.
Span of Assistance
Each RB will be assisting 1-3 SWDs based on the recommendation of the Student Accessibility Services (SAS) office and the skills of the buddy. The RB will assist, guide, and help the SWD, yet will not take over their everyday tasks or activities. The SWD should be independent at all times or encouraged to be. A service schedule will be agreed upon between the RB and the SWD.
Required Skills
- Must be a current resident at Reslife
- Completed the 1st year as an enrolled AUC student with minimum GPA 2.7
- Strong commitment and time management
- Must obtain the appropriate training with SAS prior to the start of service
- Previous experience with disabilities is a plus
- Not enrolled in credit overload
Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day activities of the resident SWD without full interference. Tasks include but are not limited to operating laundry machines, kitchen equipment, ordering food and delivery.
- Help the resident SWD settle comfortably and conveniently at the residences by advocating the proper furniture, materials, or services for their use.
- Guide the resident SWD to available resources on campus such as the Library, Sports Complex, AUC Medical Services, food court, or others.
- Moderate conversations between the resident SWD and other students or staff members to ensure better understanding of the needs in addition to providing ice-breaker conversations for a better integration of resident SWD with the community.
- Engage the resident SWD with other members of the community by participating in student activities and events.
- Provide on-site support to resident SWD in medical emergencies when called upon (including after business hours) and in coordination with AUC Medical Services and the Dean of Students office.
Training
The obligatory training by SAS, to be completed before the beginning of the semester, will equip the RB with the skills and knowledge needed to provide effective support and create an inclusive environment.
The training session will cover:
- Understanding different types of disabilities and their impact on functioning
- Effective communication techniques
- Strategies for providing support and assistance
- Safety and emergency procedures
- Building positive and respectful relationships
Compnesation
This role is compensated by the work study program under the Career Center, paid towards the student account at the end of the semester after service evaluation.
Service Evaluation
The service of the RB is evaluated twice per semester (with different weights assigned to different evaluations); once via a check-in and once via the resident SWD through a questionnaire in addition to a smaller percentage completed by the RA or the RO of the unit. Receiving low evaluation scores will result in a warning and might result in agreement termination.
Conflict of Interest and Confidentiality
The RB will be exposed to confidential information regarding the resident SWD. Confidentiality should be maintained at all times. Failure to comply with confidentiality will result in an immediate termination of this agreement and reporting any violations to the appropriate university office.
Engagement Programs for Residents
Check AUC Connect for upcoming programs. Once you log in, click on "Groups" from the top menu bar and select "Reslife."
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| AUC Avenue, P.O. Box 74 New Cairo 11835, Egypt t+20.2615.4019 To schedule a tour of the residence halls, emailreslife@aucegypt.edu. |