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53 of 53 universities across Somalia
Founded in 2014 and built on the education work of the Imam Shafi'i Foundation. Abrar emphasizes practical learning and translating theory into professional practice. Provide applied, quality higher education that links academic theory with real-world practice. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Conceived in late 2015 by Somali intellectuals led by Prof. Dr. Osman Aden Abdulle. Its official site describes it as a non-profit university registered with Somalia's higher-education authorities. Provide quality higher education, research and professional development for Somali society.
Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Amoud University became a fully fledged university in 1997, building on the legacy of Amoud Secondary School established in 1952. It is based in the Amoud Valley near Borama. Provide quality teaching, research and community service while developing skilled graduates.
Founded in December 2018 as a private community comprehensive institution. The current official site lists its headquarters in Merca and offices/branches in Mogadishu and Barawa. Provide accessible higher education that responds to community and regional development needs.
Beder International University describes itself as a communal, non-profit higher education institution in Hargeisa created to address local educational needs. Meet community educational needs through accessible, quality higher education and professional preparation. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Established in September 2002 and initially centered on medicine and surgery. It has since expanded into a multi-campus university covering a wider range of disciplines. Develop competent graduates through teaching, research and community service.
Launched in January 2006 by local intellectuals and community members with support from the diaspora and partners. The institution developed from Bosaso College into a university. Expand higher education access, build professional skills and contribute to local and regional development. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Founded in 2004 as a public university in Burao. The university reports a broad faculty structure and a large graduate community serving Somaliland and the surrounding region. Deliver accessible public higher education, research and community service. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
The idea for Capital University of Somalia was established in May 2013. Its official profile describes it as a non-state, non-profit educational institution supported at inception by Capital Company Ltd. Provide quality education, build professional capacity and contribute to Somali development.
Established in 2012 in Mogadishu as a not-for-profit foundation university. It emphasizes quality instruction, research and service to the community. Deliver high-quality education, research and community service with an emphasis on student development.
Founded by Somali scholars in January 2013. The university states an ambition to deliver strong teaching and research while serving Somalia's educational needs. Build a strong teaching and research institution that contributes to national development. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Founded in 2012 by Somali intellectuals as a non-profit academic institution. Daha International University operates through a main campus and regional branches. Provide quality education, knowledge and professional skills while serving communities across Somalia. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Established in Mogadishu in 1998. The university's official Arabic profile describes it as an early private Islamic higher education institution and a founding member of Somalia's private-university association. Provide higher education rooted in Islamic scholarship while supporting broader academic and social development. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
East Africa University states that it has served learners since 1998 and operates from its main campus in Bosaso with a broad higher education mission. Provide quality higher education and professional development that supports regional and national progress.
Established/mandated in 2007 to expand higher education access in the region. Eelo University presents itself as a community-responsive institution serving learners in and around Borama. Provide relevant higher education, research and community service that responds to regional needs. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Frontier University describes itself as focused on academic excellence, innovation and preparing learners for professional and societal contribution. Promote academic excellence, innovation and student development. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Established in October 2010 in Galkayo and administered through the Mudug Foundation for Education Development (MUFED), founded by Somali professionals. Advance education, research and community development while preparing skilled professionals.
The Gollis university network traces its establishment to 2004 and provides higher education across multiple areas. A fully current Hargeisa-specific official profile was not reliably extracted. Provide higher education and professional training across the Gollis university network. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Hiiraan University presents itself as a higher education institution serving Beledweyne and the wider Hiiraan region through education, research and development activities. Advance education, research and development while building skilled and responsible graduates. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Founded in 2010 as Himilo Training Institute, later developed into Himilo College and became a university in March 2015. It emphasizes professionally oriented education. Deliver professionally oriented education and build practical skills for employment and community development.
Established in 2010 by Hormuud Telecommunication Company as a private non-profit university. It focuses on higher education linked to professional and national development needs. Develop skilled, ethical graduates and strengthen education, research and innovation. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Horseed International University presents itself as a diverse higher education institution serving Somali learners through teaching, academic support and professional preparation. Educate learners through diverse academic expertise and prepare graduates for professional and social contribution. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
The university describes itself as one of Mogadishu's oldest private non-profit higher-learning institutions, with a focus on accessible higher education and community development. Deliver quality education, develop skilled graduates and support social and economic development. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Founded in Mogadishu on 22 September 2001 by Somali intellectuals during a period when the country needed renewed access to structured higher education. Provide higher education grounded in academic and Islamic values and contribute to Somali society. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Officially established in 2011 by Somali scholars and intellectuals. JUST presents itself as a professionally oriented university focused on science, technology and workforce-relevant education. Provide quality, professionally oriented education and contribute to development through teaching and research.
Established in February 2010 in Mogadishu by Somali scholars. The university emphasizes higher education quality, research, professional preparation and community service. Provide quality higher education and research while preparing graduates to contribute to society.
Established in 2011 as a non-profit higher education institution. Jobkey emphasizes quality teaching, research, community development and international academic partnerships. Advance teaching, research and community development while preparing students for professional life.
Established in August 2005 in Kismayo. The university emphasizes inclusive higher education, research and service to communities in Jubbaland and beyond. Provide inclusive, quality education, research and community engagement.
Kownayn University's official homepage presents the institution as a higher education provider focused on student learning and graduate development in Mogadishu. Support student learning, professional preparation and educational development.
Established in 2019 by educators and members of the Somali diaspora, with a focus on quality education, technical/professional skills and collaboration with internationally experienced faculty. Develop graduates with academic, technical and professional skills through modern and collaborative teaching. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Opened in 1997 as a non-governmental, non-profit higher education institution. It was created during Somalia's post-collapse period to restore access to organized higher education and has expanded into teaching, research and community service. Provide quality higher education, research and service while contributing to Somali society.
Established on 17 April 2017 as a non-profit higher-learning institution in Mogadishu. NUST emphasizes modern learning facilities, research and technology-supported education. Provide modern, quality education and research that develops skilled professionals and supports society.
Constituted on 14 September 2004 by local intellectuals in Las Anod. The university's official history describes it as an accredited higher education institution established under an official charter. Provide higher education, research and professional capacity that supports the community and wider region.
Established on 15 May 2005, initially as a small institute training medical laboratory technicians. It later expanded into a private non-profit university. Provide accessible higher education, professional skills and community-responsive training. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
The institution began in 1999 as Garowe School of Management, became Puntland Community College in 2001 and was transformed into Puntland State University in 2004. Provide public higher education, research and professional capacity that contributes to Puntland and Somalia.
Established in 2008 in Bosaso. Red Sea University presents itself as a higher education institution focused on teaching, research and professional development in Puntland. Support higher education, research and workforce development for the region. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Founded in 2009 as a private non-profit university, initially with medicine and economic/management studies. It has since grown into a multi-campus institution. Provide accessible, quality education and prepare graduates to serve their communities.
Established as SIMAD Institute in 1999 and transformed into a full university in 2011. The university emphasizes practical, internationally oriented higher education, research and innovation. Advance education, practical learning, research, innovation and national development.
Founded in 2012 as a private non-profit university. SIU describes a multi-campus presence in Mogadishu and partnerships with institutions in the region. Offer accessible, quality higher education and strengthen academic and regional collaboration. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
Established in 2000 as a public higher education institution in Hargeisa. The university describes itself as a major Somaliland teaching and research institution serving undergraduate and postgraduate learners. Advance education, research, innovation and community engagement.
Founded in 2005 by Somali intellectuals. UNISO describes itself as a non-political, non-partisan and non-sectarian private higher education institution with multiple campuses in Mogadishu. Promote academic excellence, research, professional preparation and community contribution.
A multi-campus non-profit university developed through Zamzam Foundation in partnership with IHH Türkiye. The university emphasizes science, technology and community-focused higher education. Deliver quality higher education, research and innovation that supports sustainable development. Faculties and programs will be added soon.
