Established in 2009, Jaamacadda Sayniska iyo Teknolojiyada Sanaag (Sanaag University of Science and Technology) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Ceerigaabo (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Sanaag. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education of Somalia, Jaamacadda Sayniska iyo Teknolojiyada Sanaag (USTec) is a very small coeducational Somali higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Jaamacadda Sayniska iyo Teknolojiyada Sanaag (USTec) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 13 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 40-50% making this Somali higher education organization a averagely selective institution. USTec also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.