President
Admas UniversityInnovation… Excellence
Tesfaye Zewge Haile
Leads the university and the Center for Online Learning’s commitment to accessible, flexible, quality higher education.
Admas UniversityInnovation… Excellence
Twenty years of Innovation… Excellence
Admas University Somaliland, a branch of Ethiopia’s internationally accredited Admas University, has served students since 2006.
Who we are
Somaliland’s first private university
Admas began in Hargeisa in 2006 with social sciences and has grown into a multidisciplinary university. Its quality is recognised by the National Education and Training Agency (NETA), and its graduates hold key roles in government, NGOs and the private sector.
The Admas University Center for Online Learning was established to expand access to higher education through digital learning, offering undergraduate, postgraduate and professional training programs that students can follow from anywhere.
1998Admas University founded in Addis AbabaThe parent university is established in Ethiopia.
2006Hargeisa campus opensSomaliland’s first private higher education institution welcomes its first students.
FirstFirst student council in SomalilandAdmas was the first private institution in Somaliland to have a student council.
202315th International Research ConferenceHosted in Hargeisa on 2 August 2023.
202620 years and the 18th graduating classThe Class of 2026 graduates on 15 September 2026.
Vision
To become a leading regional and international center for online learning, digital innovation and academic development.
Mission
To provide accessible, innovative, high-quality online education that develops professionals, leaders and lifelong learners.
Core values
Quality education, accessibility, innovation, professionalism, academic integrity, student support, digital transformation and lifelong learning.
Accreditation & Recognition
A recognised degree, backed by an accredited university
Admas University is committed to quality academic programs and strong institutional standards. The Center for Online Learning supports this with modern learning technologies, structured programs, qualified instructors and student-centred services.
Explore recognised programsInternationally accredited parent universityAdmas University Somaliland is a branch of Ethiopia’s internationally accredited Admas University, founded in 1998.
Recognised by NETAOur education is recognised by the National Education and Training Agency (NETA).
Serving students since 2006Somaliland’s first private university, with graduates across government, NGOs and the private sector.
Quality online learningRecognised programs, professional training, digital resources, online assessments and academic administration, for students in Somaliland and beyond.
Leadership & Administration
The people leading Admas
An experienced team committed to accessible, flexible and high-quality higher education.
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Yosef Melaku
Champions academic quality through innovative teaching, curriculum improvement and student support.
Vice President for Administration & Finance
Mukhtar Mohamed
Oversees efficient administration and financial accountability that support academic growth.
Director, Center for Online Learning
Amare Mengesha
Leads digital education: the learning management system, online assessments, virtual classrooms and academic support.
Head, Finance Office
Mohamed Muhumed
Leads the Finance Office and the university’s day-to-day financial operations.
Head Registrar
Mohamednur Mustefa
Runs the Registrar Office: admissions, registration, academic records, transcripts, graduation and student information.
Where our graduates lead
Admas alumni in leadership
Deputy MayorHargeisa Local Government
Director GeneralMinistry of Water Resources Development
Director GeneralNational Insurance
Country ManagerHass Petroleum
Admissions
Your next chapter starts here.
Questions about programs or fees? Our admissions team is a WhatsApp message away.
