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Indian Ocean University

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Overview

Jaamacada Badweynta Hindiya (Indian Ocean University, جامعة المحيط الهندي) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Mogadishu, Banaadir, Somalia. Founded in 1993, Jaamacada Badweynta Hindiya (IOU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education. IOU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 33-year-old Somali higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply. IOU also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Indian Ocean University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Indian Ocean University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Indian Ocean University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Indian Ocean University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Indian Ocean University
Name
Name (Non Latin) جامعة المحيط الهندي
Acronym IOU
Founded 1993
Motto Educating Tomorrow's Leaders
Colours Blue, gold and burgundy
Mascot Tiger

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Location

Address KM 4, Wadada Garoonka Diyaaradaha, Wadajir District
Mogadishu
5544 Banaadir
Somalia
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Indian Ocean University Phone Number (1) 858 377
Indian Ocean University Fax Number 616 106 200
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Indian Ocean University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Indian Ocean University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1993


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Indian Ocean University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Indian Ocean University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Indian Ocean University's academic range and degree level offering.



Jaamacada Badweynta Hindiya: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes
S&T Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

Indian Ocean University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Indian Ocean University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Indian Ocean University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Indian Ocean University.



Indian Ocean University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Indian Ocean University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Indian Ocean University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Indian Ocean University Admission Info


Indian Ocean University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Indian Ocean University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Indian Ocean University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Indian Ocean University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Indian Ocean University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Indian Ocean University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Indian Ocean University's Admission Office Admission Office

KM 4, Wadada Garoonka Diyaaradaha, Wadajir District
Mogadishu 5544
858377
616106200

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Size and Profile

Indian Ocean University Size and Profile


Indian Ocean University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Indian Ocean University has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Indian Ocean University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Indian Ocean University's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Indian Ocean University's Control Type Control Type

Indian Ocean University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Indian Ocean University's Entity Type Entity Type

Indian Ocean University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Indian Ocean University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Indian Ocean University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Indian Ocean University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Indian Ocean University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Indian Ocean University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Indian Ocean University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Indian Ocean University Facilities


Indian Ocean University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Indian Ocean University's Library


Indian Ocean University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Indian Ocean University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Indian Ocean University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Indian Ocean University Services


Indian Ocean University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Indian Ocean University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Indian Ocean University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

Indian Ocean University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Indian Ocean University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Indian Ocean University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Jaamacada Badweynta Hindiya consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Jaamacada Badweynta Hindiya
  • Faculty of Business studies
  • Faculty of Health Sciences
  • Faculty of Computing
  • Faculty of Linguistics
  • Institute of Continuing Education
  • Faculty of Public Affairs
  • Faculty of Sharia and Law

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Memberships and Affiliations

Indian Ocean University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Jaamacada Badweynta Hindiya's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • World Engagement Institute (WEInstitute)
  • United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)
  • International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)
  • International Council for Open and Distance Education (ICDE)
  • International Accounting Education Standards Board (IAESB)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Indian Ocean University public or private?

Indian Ocean University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Indian Ocean University profit or non-profit?

Indian Ocean University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Indian Ocean University in terms of enrollment?

Indian Ocean University has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Indian Ocean University in terms of academic staff?

Indian Ocean University's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.

Is Indian Ocean University a coeducational institution?

Indian Ocean University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Indian Ocean University use?

Indian Ocean University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Indian Ocean University affiliated with?

None.

Does Indian Ocean University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Indian Ocean University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Indian Ocean University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Indian Ocean University IOU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Indian Ocean University IOU located?

Indian Ocean University is located in Mogadishu, Banaadir, Somalia. Address: KM 4, Wadada Garoonka Diyaaradaha, Wadajir District.

Is Indian Ocean University IOU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Indian Ocean University is accredited by Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education (since 1993).

Does Indian Ocean University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Indian Ocean University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Indian Ocean University have a university library?

Yes

Does Indian Ocean University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Indian Ocean University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Indian Ocean University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Indian Ocean University offer career services?

Yes

Does Indian Ocean University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Indian Ocean University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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