Established in 2009, Jaamacadda Sayniska iyo Teknolojiyada Sanaag (Sanaag University of Science and Technology) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Ceerigaabo (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Sanaag.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Minister of Education, Culture and Higher Education, Somalia, Jaamacadda Sayniska iyo Teknolojiyada Sanaag (USTec) is a very small (EduListing enrollment range: under-250 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Jaamacadda Sayniska iyo Teknolojiyada Sanaag (USTec) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 11 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades.  The admission rate range is 40-50% making this Somali higher education organization a averagely selective institution. 