Established in 1999, Jaamacada Bariga Afrika (East Africa University) is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Bosaso (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Bari. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Bosaso, Gardo, Garowe, Galkaio, Buhodle, Goldogob, Erigavo. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education of Somalia, Jaamacada Bariga Afrika (EAU) is a small coeducational Somali higher education institution. Jaamacada Bariga Afrika (EAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 23 years old Somali higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 20-30% making this Somali higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. EAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.