About the opportunity
The University for Peace (UPEACE) Somalia, established in 2018, has opened its admissions for the 2026 enrolment cycle. Offering postgraduate education aligned with national and regional development needs, the institution provides structured Master’s and Doctoral programmes delivered in an online format. UPEACE itself operates under United Nations General Assembly Resolution 35/55 and maintains headquarters in Costa Rica. To support academic advancement, the institution has announced partial scholarship awards covering up to 30 percent for Master’s tracks, 50 percent for doctoral studies, and up to 60 percent for verified UPEACE alumni.
Funding and benefits
- 30 percent tuition scholarships available for Master's programmes
- 50 percent tuition scholarships available for Doctoral programmes
- 60 percent tuition scholarships available for UPEACE alumni
- International study programmes delivered via online learning
Who can apply?
- Open to students from Somalia, East Africa, and beyond
- Applicants for Master's programmes must hold a certified Bachelor's degree and transcripts
- Applicants for Doctoral programmes must hold a certified Master's degree and transcripts
Required documents
- Certified Bachelor's degree and transcripts (for Master's applicants)
- Certified Master's degree and transcripts (for Doctoral applicants)
- Additional documents specified during the online application process
When to apply
- Admissions for 2026 enrolment are currently open
- Scholarship application deadline: 15 September 2026
How to apply
- Visit the UPEACE Somalia admissions platform to review detailed programme requirements
- Prepare certified academic degrees and transcripts
- Submit inquiries and application materials through the designated UPEACE Somalia admissions platform
Additional information
- Doctoral programmes offered include Peace, Governance and Development; Leadership and Sustainable Development; Blue Economy and Maritime Security; and Land Degradation and Desertification.
- Master's programmes offered include Peace, Governance and Development (MA); Environment, Development and Peace (MA); International Law and Human Rights (MA); Disaster Resilience and Humanitarian Action (MA); Energy, Economics and Governance (MSc); and Sustainable Water Resources Management (MA).
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Professionals and graduates in East Africa seeking advanced qualifications in peace, governance, environmental management, or sustainable development without relocating.
- Current UPEACE alumni eligible for enhanced tuition reductions of up to 60 percent.
- Candidates who require flexible online study formats to balance ongoing professional commitments with doctoral or master's level coursework.
What should you think carefully about?
- Scholarships cover partial tuition reductions (30 to 60 percent), meaning remaining tuition and administrative expenses must be self-funded.
- The official scholarship application deadline of 15 September 2026 has passed; prospective applicants should verify if rolling or subsequent admission cycles remain open.
- Programmes are delivered online, requiring reliable internet access and self-directed study discipline.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
These programmes are structured for individuals aiming to specialize in peacebuilding, humanitarian action, and sustainable development across East Africa and internationally. The online delivery mode supports working professionals and regional learners in acquiring recognized postgraduate qualifications while maintaining their current roles.
Our take
Candidates seeking structured online postgraduate education in peace and development fields with partial scholarship backing should verify active admission windows and submit their credentials through the official UPEACE Somalia platform.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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