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Haramaya University

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Haramaya University: the applicant's brief

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  1. The short answer

    Haramaya University is a public research university in Haramaya, Oromia Region, Ethiopia. It suits students who want a public institution in Ethiopia and can apply through the national admission process based on the Ethiopian Higher Education Entrance Examination.

  2. What you can study

    Haramaya University is a public research university. The available information does not list subject areas or degree programmes, so the programme catalogue should be confirmed on the university website or with the admissions office before applying.

  3. Getting in

    Qualified students are admitted by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education based on their score on the Ethiopian Higher Education Entrance Examination (EHEEE). International applicants should check whether the same route applies to them, what documents are required, and any deadline or equivalency rules on the official website.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the available information; confirm the current tuition charge with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending in Haramaya or nearby Harar.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm it before applying. Also check visa requirements, document legalisation, admission deadlines, and whether your previous qualifications are accepted for entry.

  6. How it compares

    Ethiopia has 30 universities, so Haramaya University sits within a relatively broad higher-education system. Its public, research-university status and its location in Oromia, near Harar and far from Addis Ababa, make it a different option from institutions in the capital or other regions; the main points to confirm are programmes, language of instruction, and admission rules.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Haramaya University

What type of university is Haramaya University?

It is a public research university.

Where is Haramaya University located?

It is in Haramaya, Oromia Region, Ethiopia, about 5 kilometres west of Harar city and about 510 kilometres east of Addis Ababa.

How are students admitted?

The Ministry of Science and Higher Education admits qualified students based on their score on the Ethiopian Higher Education Entrance Examination (EHEEE).

What is the university website?

http://www.haramaya.edu.et/

Overview

Haramaya University (HU) is a public research university in Haramaya, Oromia Region, Ethiopia. It is 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) west from Harar city and approximately 510 kilometres (320 mi) east of Addis Ababa. The Ministry of Science and Higher Education admits qualified students to Haramaya University based on their score on the Ethiopian Higher Education Entrance Examination (EHEEE).

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Ethiopia.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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