Established in 1998, Jaamacadda Camuud (Amoud University) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Borama (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Somaliland. This institution also has a branch campus in Hargeisa City. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Somaliland, Jaamacadda Camuud (AU) is a small coeducational Somali higher education institution. Jaamacadda Camuud (AU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 24 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 50-60% making this Somali higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.