Mogadishu University - Undergraduate Admissions

Undergraduate Admission

There are many reasons why students choose to spend their undergraduate education at Mogadishu University. MU is the largest and first university established in Somalia after the civil war and offers the broadest selection of undergraduate majors and minors of 42 departments.

As an undergraduate student at Mogadishu University, you will have the opportunity to access to educational resources, libraries and laboratories to assist you prepare for your future career and achieve your dreams.

If you are considering applying to Mogadishu University, here is everything you need to know about the admission. We would like our prospective students and parents use this site as a reference before they actually start the process of application.

Application Timeline

Activity Date
Application Opens July 1st
Application Deadline November 15th
Placement Test October 9th
Results Announcement October 16th
Orientation Program October 15th - 16th
Classes Begin September 6th

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements vary based on the application type (new or transfer), however; the admission of a new applicant to a bachelor's Degree Program will be based on any of the following minimum requirements as required documents should be submitted in-person to the Admissions Department:

  • A general Secondary School Certificate accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education or equivalent authority of the applicant's country.
  • Only Applicants whose results are available at the time of application will be considered.
  • A copy of birth certificate or Passport.
  • Students will be admitted if he/she passes at least 50% of the total subjects.
  • Students will be admitted only if he/she earns 60% and more with the relevant subjects to the department.
  • Four color photographs (6×4) cm for physical applicants.
  • Registration fees Payment of 50 Dollars (non-refundable).
  • All applicants should fill in the university enrollment form.

Submission Location

All applicants are required to bring all the required documents to the following address:

Administration Building, KM4, ground floor
Saturday to Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Note: Certificates should be from an Institution recognized by Mogadishu University council.

Placement Test

All new undergraduate applicants applying for different programs of Mogadishu University will need to sit for a placement test.

Students should pass at least 50% of the total subjects and earn 60% or more with the related subjects to the department.

Repeat Policy for MU Placement Test

Placement tests can only be taken one time per admission cycle and it is not allowed for repeat if the student does not score the minimum pass result.

Placement Test Date

Admission department will announce the placement tests' schedules last day of the application deadline.

NO Faculty/Department Tuition Fee Per Semester Discounted Tuition Fees
1 Faculty of Education & Humanities $85 $85
• Arabic Language & Islamic Studies $85 $85
• Social Work $225 $150
2 Faculty of Agriculture & Environmental Science $225 $150
3 Faculty of Sharia & Law $335 $260
4 Faculty of Economics & MGT Science $410 $335
• Project Management $250 $250
• Management information systems $250 $250
5 Faculty of Political Science & PA $410 $335
• Journalism & Communication $85 $85
6 Faculty of Veterinary $410 $325
7 Faculty of Computer Science & IT $435 $360
• Enterprise networking $250 $250
• Geography Information System (GIS) $150 $150
8 Faculty of Health Sciences $435 $360
• Nutrition and Dietetics $250 $250
• Clinical Officer $510 $435
9 Faculty of Dentistry $685 $610
10 Faculty of Engineering $735 $660
• Electric & Electronic Engineering $535 $460
11 Faculty of Medicine $935 $860
12 Faculty of Civil Aviation $410 $335
Online Programs
NO Program Tuition Fee Per Semester Discounted Tuition Fees
1 Business Administration $310 $310
2 Public Administration $310 $310
3 Public Health $327 $327
4 Law $260 $260

Orientation Program

The orientation program is a welcoming event which takes place before the new students commence their academic journey. A variety of events are held to welcome the new students to the University.

The orientation program is a platform that consists of a set of educational presentations and lectures designed specifically for freshers, and will provide new students with the most important information they need to know about Mogadishu University. The information will highlight the key policies and academic expectations at Mogadishu university student life, communication channels and a tour around the main campus of Mogadishu University.

Program Coverage

The orientation program explains several policies and highlights services that are provided at the University. The presentations will cover the following areas:

  • Academic life
  • Student life
  • University bylaws
  • Campus Tour
  • Introducing administration and academic staff to the students (deans, faculty members, finance officers and other forefront staff who will interact students with their new journey).

The students will also have the opportunity to meet with MU president, vice-presidents and other top management teams.

When will Orientation Program take place?

The orientation program will take place shortly after the placement test results are announced by the admission department.

Transfer Requirements

Mogadishu University welcomes transfer students from other accredited institutions. Transfer applicants must meet the following requirements:

Required Documents

  • Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions
  • Secondary School Certificate
  • Letter of good standing from previous institution
  • Course descriptions or syllabi for transfer credit evaluation
  • Copy of birth certificate or Passport
  • Four color photographs (6×4) cm
  • Registration fees Payment of 50 Dollars (non-refundable)

Transfer Credit Policy

  • Minimum GPA of 2.5 (or equivalent) required for transfer consideration
  • Only courses with grades of C or better will be considered for transfer
  • Maximum of 60 credit hours can be transferred
  • Credits must be from an accredited institution recognized by MU
  • Transfer credits will be evaluated by the academic department
Note: Transfer students must complete at least 50% of their degree requirements at Mogadishu University to be eligible for graduation.

Admission & Enrollment Office

Get in Touch

For any inquiries, please feel free to contact the following:

Chief Registrar

Name: Dr. Abdulqadir Abdinur Barre
Email: registrar@mu.edu.so
Phone: +252 61 6969544 / +252 61 6967340
Address: Km4 - Mogadishu - Somalia

Office Hours

Saturday - Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Friday: Closed