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Puntland State University

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Overview

Jaamacadda Puntland State University (Puntland State University, جامعة ولاية بونتلاند) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Garoowe, Nugal, Somalia. This institution also has a branch campus in Galkacyo. Founded in 2004, Jaamacadda Puntland State University (PSU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education. PSU provides 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 across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 22-year-old Somali higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. Its acceptance rate is 80-89%. This makes it a least selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. PSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Puntland State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Puntland State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Puntland State University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Puntland State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name (English) Puntland State University
Name
Name (Non Latin) جامعة ولاية بونتلاند
Acronym PSU
Founded 2004
Motto PSU is an Agent of Change
Colours Blue light
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Location

Address Abdirizak Haji Husein Raod, Near Garowe General Hospital
Garoowe
Nugal
Somalia
Puntland State University's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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Puntland State University Phone Number 90 794 076
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Other locations Galkacyo

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Puntland State University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Puntland State University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Puntland State University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Puntland State 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 Puntland State University's academic range and degree level offering.



Jaamacadda Puntland State University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
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L&C Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Puntland State University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Puntland State University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Puntland State 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 Puntland State University.



Puntland State 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		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 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 Puntland State University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Puntland State University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Puntland State University Admission Info


Puntland State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Puntland State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Puntland State University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Puntland State University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution.


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


Puntland State University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Puntland State University's Admission Office Admission Office



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Size and Profile

Puntland State University Size and Profile


Puntland State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Puntland State University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Puntland State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Puntland State University's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Puntland State University's Control Type Control Type

Puntland State University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Puntland State University's Entity Type Entity Type

Puntland State 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.


Puntland State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Puntland State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Puntland State University adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.


Puntland State University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Puntland State University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Puntland State University Facilities


Puntland State University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Puntland State University's Library


Puntland State University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Puntland State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Puntland State University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Puntland State University Services


Puntland State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Puntland State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Puntland State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

Puntland State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Puntland State University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Puntland State University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Jaamacadda Puntland State University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Jaamacadda Puntland State University
  • Faculty of Sharia and Law
  • Faculty of Business
  • Faculty Computer Science and Information Technology
  • Faculty of Social Science
  • Faculty of Health Sciences
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Agriculture and Environment Science

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Memberships and Affiliations

Puntland State University Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Somali Research and Education Network (SomalirEN)
  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • UbuntuNet Alliance


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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Puntland State University public or private?

Puntland State University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Puntland State University profit or non-profit?

Puntland State 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 Puntland State University in terms of enrollment?

Puntland State University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Puntland State University in terms of academic staff?

Puntland State University's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.

Is Puntland State University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Puntland State University use?

Puntland State University adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.

What religion is Puntland State University affiliated with?

None.

Does Puntland State University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Puntland State University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Puntland State University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Puntland State University PSU?

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

Where is Puntland State University PSU located?

Puntland State University is located in Garoowe, Nugal, Somalia. Address: Abdirizak Haji Husein Raod, Near Garowe General Hospital.

Is Puntland State University PSU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Puntland State University is accredited by Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education (since ).

Does Puntland State University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Puntland State University offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Puntland State University have a university library?

Yes

Does Puntland State University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Puntland State University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Puntland State University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Puntland State University offer career services?

Yes

Does Puntland State University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Puntland State University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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