Undergraduate Admission

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

Application Timeline

Date

Activity

15 July 2023

Start of physical and online admissions

15 July 2023

Start receiving required documents from all applicants

20 July 2023

Start accepting external transfers

30 August 2023

Last day to submit admissions application officially 

30 August 2023

Deadline for all applicants to submit all required documents

01 September 2023

Commencement of written and oral placement test

03 September 2023

Final admission decisions are announced via Fedena application accounts

05 September 2023

First day of classes

01 October 2023

Deadline for all applicants to change their preferences before mid-test in the first semester

Admission Requirements

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:

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

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

Administration Building, KM4, ground floor, from Saturday to Wednesday 8:00 – 4:00

 Thursday 8:00 – 1:00

 Note:

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

Placement Test

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.

Tuition Fees

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees at Mogadishu University are paid at the beginning of each semester in three installments. Students are required to pay all amounts due for the current semester before they may advance for any future semester. Note that the non-refundable registration fee which is $50 does not account for tuition fees.

Click here for more information of faculty fees chart.

Payment method

All fees are deposited in MU accounts at the following banks:

Dahabshill Bank: 2333

Premier Bank: 020300017001

IBS Bank: 0015952301840014

Salaam Somali Bank: 30218800

Amal Bank: 1011841012

Amana Bank: 10140404040

MyBank: 89300558001

Note:.  Cash payments are not allowed.

  1. Electronic transfer/direct cash deposit at Salaam Somali Bank branch countrywide

Bank:  Salaam Somali bank

Account name:  Mogadishu University

Account Number: # 30218800

Bank branch: any branch country wide

Or

Bank: Premier wallet

Account Name: Mogadishu University

Account number: 020300017001

*Quote reference number/ ID number

  1. Fee Payment Method Via EVC plus

Pay the required amount through your mobile phone by EVC plus following the instructions below:

  1. Enter the amount you intend to pay dialing *799*30218800*$#send
  2. Enter your reference number and your full name
  3. Then select Send.
  4. Enter your PIN and Send

For any assistance or clarification please contact any of the following:

Undergraduate:

Tel: +252615570707

Email: finance@mu.edu.so

Post graduate:

Tel: +252615641243

Email: finance@mu.edu.so

Student finance

In every campus, there is a finance office. Click here for more information of finance offices directory.

Orientation Program

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.

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

Transfer Requirements

We are pleased to hear from you considering to transfer to Mogadishu University. As a transfer student, MU offers you exceptional opportunities, educational resources, libraries and laboratories with qualified staff dedicated to help you prepare for your professional career. All applicants who attended another university or previously enrolled at a university after graduating from a high school are allowed to transfer and apply for transfer admission to Mogadishu University if they meet the following minimum requirements. Transfer applicants can apply for the beginning of every semester before admission closes and undergraduate students are only eligible for transfer admission. Transfer Requirements to Mogadishu University
  1. A general Secondary School Certificate accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education or equivalent authority of the applicant’s country.
  2. An official, certified transcript from a university accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education or equivalent authority of the applicant’s country.
  3. Completed a minimum of 15 credit hours and one semester at an institution of higher education where English or Arabic was the medium of instruction.
  4. Submitted required documents before the admission deadline
  5. Registration Payment of 50 Dollars (non-refundable)
  6. Four color passport size photographs
  7. A copy of Birth certificate or Passport
  8. A minimum pass of all subjects is needed when submitted for transfer
  9. All credit hours he/she completed should be equivalent to MU credit hours
  10. All applicants should fill in the university enrollment form
Note:. Applicants who were subject to disciplinary action at a prior university are not qualified for a transfer admission.