University Directory

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.