Founded in 1954, Haramaya University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Haramaya (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Oromia.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education, Ethiopia, Haramaya University (HRU) is a very large (EduListing enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Haramaya University (HRU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 66 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.  The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Ethiopian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 