University Directory

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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 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.