Haramaya University

Haramaya University is a public research university in Haramaya, Oromia Region, Ethiopia. It is approximately 510 kilometres (320 mi) east of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Haramaya University was established in 1954 as the Imperial Ethiopian College of Agriculture and Mechanical Arts (IECAMA). It was founded with the assistance of Oklahoma State University, and its initial focus was on agricultural education and research. In 1985, IECAMA was upgraded to the status of a full-fledged university and renamed Alemaya University of Agriculture. During this time, the university expanded its academic offerings to include other fields, such as engineering, education, and social sciences. In 1996, Alemaya University of Agriculture was renamed Haramaya University. This change reflected the university's commitment to serving the entire Oromia Region, not just the Alemaya district.

Haramaya University is ranked as the #6 top university in Ethiopia during 2025.

University Profile

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2025 Ranking	#6
University Name	Haramaya University
Acronym	HU
Year Established	1954
Governing Type	Public
Student Body	Co-education
Highest Degree	Doctorate
Campus Type	Urban

Location

The university is located in Dire Dawa, Diredawa. Find the address and map of the university below.

Address	Haramaya University, Dire Dawa, Diredawa, Ethiopia
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Phone	+251 (25) 553 0319
Fax	+251 (25) 553 0325
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Programs and Courses

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	Bachelor's Degrees	Master's Degrees	Doctorate Degrees	Diplomas
Arts & Humanities				n/a
Business & Social Sciences			n/a	n/a
Engineering		n/a	n/a	n/a
Language & Cultural Studies			n/a	n/a
Medicine & Health		n/a		n/a
Science & Technology				n/a

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Admission Info

Admission to Haramaya University is competitive and varies depending on the program and level of study. For undergraduate programs, students must complete secondary school (high school) with satisfactory grades and meet the university’s minimum requirements. Prospective students must pass the Ethiopian University Entrance Examination (EUEE) or meet the qualifications set by the university. For graduate programs, applicants must hold a relevant undergraduate degree from an accredited institution and meet additional program-specific requirements, such as interviews or research proposals. International students must meet language proficiency requirements, as most programs are conducted in English. Detailed admission requirements and deadlines can be found on the university’s official website.

Scholarship and Financial Aids

Haramaya University offers a variety of scholarships and financial aid options for both local and international students. These scholarships are often based on academic merit, financial need, or specific program criteria. The university provides full or partial tuition scholarships, as well as support for living expenses, to outstanding students. Additionally, Haramaya University collaborates with government agencies, international organizations, and foundations to provide further scholarship opportunities, particularly for students pursuing graduate studies or research-focused programs. Students are encouraged to explore all available scholarship opportunities to ease the financial burden of their education.

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