Admissions

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Everything you need to join Galkayo University — requirements, tuition, transfers and financial aid.

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The Process

How Admission Works

Apply

Fill in the university enrolment form and pay the $50 registration fee (non-refundable).

Submit Documents

Secondary school certificate, birth certificate or passport, and two colour photographs (6×4 cm).

Eligibility Review

Your results are checked against the entry requirements for your chosen department.

Offer

Successful applicants receive an admission offer from the Registrar’s office.

Registration

Complete registration, pay first-semester tuition and begin orientation.

Admission Requirements

A general Secondary School Certificate accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education (or the equivalent authority of your country)
Results must be available at the time of application
Pass at least 50% of the total subjects
Earn 60% or more in the subjects relevant to your chosen department
Copy of birth certificate or passport
Two colour photographs (6×4 cm) for physical applicants
$50 registration fee (non-refundable)
Completed university enrolment form

Application Timeline

Applications open
Announced by the Registrar’s office ahead of each intake.
Application & document deadline
Submit your form, documents and registration fee before the announced closing date.
Orientation & semester start
New students join orientation before classes begin.

Exact dates for the current intake are published by the Registrar’s office — visit the Administration Building or follow university announcements.

Where to Apply

Administration Building, Galkayo campus
Saturday–Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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Tuition

Tuition Fees by Faculty

Open a faculty to see per-semester and yearly tuition for each program. All amounts in US dollars.

Faculty of Medicine & Surgery

Program	Per Semester	Per Year	Duration
Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery	$500	$1,000	6 Years
Bachelor of Clinical Officer	$300	$600	5 Years

Faculty of Health Science

Program	Per Semester	Per Year	Duration
Bachelor of General Nursing	$250	$500	4 Years
Bachelor of Public Health	$250	$500	4 Years
Bachelor of Midwifery	$250	$500	4 Years
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory	$250	$500	4 Years
Bachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics	$250	$500	4 Years

Faculty of Computer Science & IT

Program	Per Semester	Per Year	Duration
Bachelor of Computer Science	$250	$500	4 Years
Bachelor of Information Technology	$250	$500	4 Years

Faculty of Engineering

Program	Per Semester	Per Year	Duration
Bachelor of Civil Engineering	$350	$700	5 Years
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering	$350	$700	5 Years
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering	$350	$700	5 Years

Faculty of Economics & Management Science

Program	Per Semester	Per Year	Duration
Bachelor of Business Administration	$250	$500	4 Years
Bachelor of Economics	$250	$500	4 Years
Bachelor of Accounting	$250	$500	4 Years
Bachelor of Bank and Finance	$250	$500	4 Years

Faculty of Political Science & Public Administration

Program	Per Semester	Per Year	Duration
Bachelor of Political Science	$250	$500	4 Years
Bachelor of Public Administration	$250	$500	5 Years
Bachelor of International Relations	$250	$500	5 Years
Bachelor of Mass Media	$250	$500	5 Years

Faculty of Education

Program	Per Semester	Per Year	Duration
Bachelor of Biology & Chemistry	$250	$500	5 Years
Bachelor of Physics & Math	$250	$500	5 Years
Bachelor of Geography & History	$250	$500	5 Years
Bachelor of Islamic Studies	$250	$250	5 Years

Faculty of Veterinary

Program	Per Semester	Per Year	Duration
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine & Animal Husbandry	$300	$600	5 Years

Faculty of Sharia & Law

Program	Per Semester	Per Year	Duration
Bachelor of Sharia & Law	$250	$500	5 Years
Bachelor of Law	$250	$500	5 Years

Faculty of Agriculture & Environmental Science

Program	Per Semester	Per Year	Duration
Bachelor of Agriculture	$250	$500	5 Years

A one-time $50 registration fee (non-refundable) applies to all new applications. Fees are set per academic year — confirm current amounts with the Registrar’s office.

Transfers

Transfer Students

Continuing your studies from another institution? Here’s what you need.

Required Documents

Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions
Secondary School Certificate
Letter of good standing from your previous institution
Course descriptions or syllabi for credit evaluation
Copy of birth certificate or passport
Two colour photographs (6×4 cm)
$50 registration fee (non-refundable)

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum GPA of 2.5 required
Only courses with grade C or better transfer
Maximum 60 credit hours transferable
Credits must come from an accredited institution recognized by GU
Transfer credits are evaluated by the academic department

Transfer students must complete at least 50% of their degree at Galkayo University to graduate.

Financial Aid

Scholarships Can Lower Your Costs

Galkayo University runs three scholarship schemes — the Academic Excellence Scholarship for top-performing students, the Sibling Scholarship Program for families, and the Quran Scholarship Program for Ramadan contest winners.

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Questions

Admissions FAQ

What grades do I need to be admitted?

You must pass at least 50% of the total subjects in your secondary school certificate, and earn 60% or more in the subjects relevant to the department you are applying to.

How much does it cost to apply?

The registration fee is $50 and is non-refundable. Tuition is then paid per semester and varies by program — see the tuition table above.

Can I transfer credits from another university?

Yes — up to 60 credit hours from an accredited institution recognized by GU, for courses passed with grade C or better and a minimum GPA of 2.5. At least half your degree must be completed at GU.

When can I apply?

Application windows are announced by the Registrar’s office ahead of each intake. Visit the Administration Building or follow university announcements for the current dates.

Where do I submit my application?

At the Administration Building on the Galkayo campus — Saturday to Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Thursday 8:00 AM–1:00 PM — or use the Apply Now button to apply online.

Are scholarships available?

Yes — three schemes reward academic excellence, support siblings studying together, and honour Quran contest winners. See the Scholarships page for details.

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