Overview
Established in 1986, the Arba Minch University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Arba Minch (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), SNNPR.
This institution also has a branch campus in Arba Minch. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Ethiopia, Arba Minch University (AMU) is a large-sized coeducational Ethiopian higher education institution.
Arba Minch University (AMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 38-year-old Ethiopian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
AMU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
Arba Minch University's physical location and contact details are listed below.
Academic Details
Arba Minch University's student body, faculty composition, and recognition framework are below.
Academic Structures
Arba Minch University's academic units are listed below, by type.
Unit 10 items
- College of Agricultural Sciences
- College of Business and Economics
- College of Medicine and Health Science
- College of Natural Sciences
- College of Social Sciences and Humanities
- Institute of Technology
- School of Graduate Studies
- School of Law
- School of Pedagogy and Psychology
- Water Technology Institute
Degrees
Bachelor's degrees: 3 years in Social Sciences and applied Natural Sciences; 4 years in Computer Sciences and Geology; 5 years in Law and Engineering; 6 1/2 years in Medicine
Bachelor's 51 programs
- Accountancy
- Adult Education
- Agricultural Business
- Animal Husbandry
- Architecture
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Business and Commerce
- Chemistry
- Civics
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Educational Administration
- Electrical Engineering
- Engineering
- English
- Environmental Engineering
- Forestry
- Geography
- Geology
- History
- Horticulture
- Hotel Management
- Humanities and Social Science Education
- Hydraulic Engineering
- Industrial Chemistry
- Law
- Management
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Technology
- Medicine
- Meteorology
- Native Language
- Natural Resources
- Natural Sciences
- Nursing
- Physics
- Plant and Crop Protection
- Production Engineering
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Sociology
- Special Education
- Sports
- Statistics
- Technology
- Tourism
- Toxicology
- Water Science
Master's 28 programs
- Accountancy
- Analytical Chemistry
- Aquaculture
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Botany
- Business Administration
- Curriculum
- Economic and Finance Policy
- Economics
- Educational Administration
- Educational Psychology
- Environmental Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Finance
- Hydraulic Engineering
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Irrigation
- Mathematics
- Meteorology
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Physical Chemistry
- Power Engineering
- Public Health
- Special Education
- Surgery
- Water Management
- Wildlife
Doctoral 14 programs
- Animal Husbandry
- Biotechnology
- Economics
- Environmental Engineering
- Horticulture
- Hydraulic Engineering
- Information Technology
- Irrigation
- Management
- Natural Resources
- Operations Research
- Soil Management
- Surveying and Mapping
- Water Management
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Ministry of Education of Ethiopia.
Agricultural Sciences (College) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agricultural Business
- Agriculture
- Animal Husbandry
- Forestry
- Horticulture
- Natural Resources
- Plant and Crop Protection
Business and Economics (College) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business and Commerce
- Economics
- Finance
- Hotel Management
- Management
- Tourism
Medicine and Health Sciences (College) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Anaesthesiology
- Medical Technology
- Midwifery
- Nursing
- Public Health
- Radiology
Natural and Computational Sciences (College) 12 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Chemistry
- Applied Mathematics
- Applied Physics
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Meteorology
- Operations Research
- Physics
- Sports
- Statistics
Social Sciences and Humanities (College) 11 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- African Languages
- Anthropology
- Civics
- English
- Environmental Studies
- Geography
- History
- Literature
- Pedagogy
- Psychology
- Sociology
Technology (Institute) 11 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Hydraulic Engineering
- Information Technology
- Irrigation
- Mechanical Engineering
- Town Planning
- Water Science
Law (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Law
Pedagogical and Behavioral Sciences (School) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Adult Education
- Curriculum
- Educational Administration
- Educational Psychology
- Psychology
- Special Education
Postgraduate Studies (School) 12 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Analytical Chemistry
- Biotechnology
- Botany
- Economics
- Environmental Engineering
- Hydraulic Engineering
- Irrigation
- Mathematics
- Meteorology
- Power Engineering
- Water Management
- Water Science
Programs Offered
The full set of programmes Arba Minch University offers is searchable and grouped by level below.
67 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Ethiopia
Bachelor's Degree 33 programmes
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Master's Degree 23 programmes
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Doctorate 11 programmes
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How to apply to Arba Minch University
Step-by-step guidance for applying to Arba Minch University, in five steps.
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Research programmes at Arba Minch University
Arba Minch University's catalogue includes 67 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.
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Review admissions criteria
Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Arba Minch University's admissions process.
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Gather supporting documents
Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.
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Lodge your application
Submit your completed application through Arba Minch University's official website at www.amu.edu.et. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.
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Confirm receipt and track progress
Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. You can reach the institution by email at ictc@amu.edu.et or by phone at +251 (46) 881 3167. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arba Minch University
Common questions about Arba Minch University — answers from its published profile.
In what year was Arba Minch University established?
Arba Minch University was founded in 1986 (approximately 40 years ago).
In which city is Arba Minch University?
Arba Minch University is based in Arba Minch, Ethiopia.
Is Arba Minch University a public or private institution?
It is a public higher-education institution.
How many students study at Arba Minch University?
Arba Minch University has approximately 37,433 students.
What qualification levels does Arba Minch University offer?
Programmes at Arba Minch University cover bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.
How is Arba Minch University organised academically?
The institution comprises 10 academic units.
Is Arba Minch University accredited?
The institution holds recognition from Ministry of Education; Higher Education Relevance and Quality Agency of Ethiopia (HERQA).
What is Arba Minch University's official website?
The institution's website is www.amu.edu.et.
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