Abstract— This paper introduces a case study of the Egyptian E-Learning University (EELU) as the first higher education institution in Egypt that adopts e-learning model for teaching and learning. The EELU case study presents the experience of applying the characteristics and framework of e-universities. The objective of the author is to help the reader understand what has been set out to do and how, and to convey lessons learned. The paper begins with an introduction section to familiarize the reader with the university. The following sections are about E-Learning Definitions and concepts, Characteristics of an efficient E-Learning, and E-University Framework applied to EELU. The paper ends with a conclusion and lessons learned.