Colleges & Universities in Somalia

Jazeera University

country rank  20
world rank  12877

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Overview

Established in 2010, the Jaamacada Jazeera (Jazeera University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Mogadishu (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Banaadir. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education of Somalia, Jaamacada Jazeera (JU) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational Somali higher education institution. Jaamacada Jazeera (JU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as 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. This 15-year-old Somali higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Somali higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. JU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Jazeera University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Jazeera University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Jazeera University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Jazeera University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name (English) Jazeera University
Name
Name (Non Latin) رئيسية - جامعة الجزيرة
Acronym JU
Founded 2010
Motto Teach me goodness, descipline and knowledge
Colours Blue and white
Mascot
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University Location

Address Digfeer
Mogadishu
Banaadir
Somalia
Jazeera University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Jazeera University Phone Number (1) 851 563
Jazeera University Fax Number
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Jaamacada Jazeera 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 Jaamacada Jazeera's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Jaamacada Jazeera 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 Jaamacada Jazeera.



Jazeera 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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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Jazeera University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Jazeera University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 60-69% making it a moderately 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


Jazeera University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Jazeera University's Admission Office Admission Office

Km5 street, xarunta jamacada
Mogadisho 252
6181 1114
252 6851563

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Jazeera University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Jazeera University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Jazeera University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Jazeera University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Jazeera University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Jazeera University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution 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.


Jazeera University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Jazeera University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Jazeera University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Jazeera University's Library

The library at Jaamacada Jazeera has a collection of 14,670 physical books/volumes. Additionally, it offers access to 8,700 digital/electronic databases in the form of e-books. The library is managed by a team of three full-time employees, including librarians.


Jazeera University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Jazeera University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes

Jaamacada Jazeera provides sport activities and facilities for its students:

  • Football
  • Athletics


Jazeera University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Jazeera University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes

Jaamacada Jazeera provides a variety of financial aids to its students, including:

  1. Student loans (require to be repaid)
  2. Student scholarships (merit-based and do not require to be repaid)
  3. Work opportunities (during the academic calendar or during summer vacations)


Jazeera University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes

Jaamacada Jazeera offers the following exchange programs and study abroad opportunities:

  • Exchange programs/agreements with Kenyatta University
  • Exchange programs/agreements with Ainu-Shamsi University


Jazeera University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

Jaamacada Jazeera's distance learning program offers the following:

  • 3 programs available through an online and distance learning platform.

Regarding full degree attainment:

  • Yes, students can earn a full degree through distance learning for the master's degrees.

Jazeera University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Jazeera University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Jazeera University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Jazeera University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education of Somalia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2010


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Jaamacada Jazeera's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • British General Medical Council
  • Association of Arab Universities


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Somali Research Education Network (SOMREN)
  • Assocition of Somali Universities (ASU)
  • Assocition of African Universities (AAU)
  • East African Reserarch and Innovation Mangement Association (EARIM)
  • Assocition of Arab Universities (AARU)
  • International Association of Universities (IAU)
  • International Union of Universities (IUU)
  • Eurasia Higher Education (EURIE)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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