East Africa University (EAU) (Arabic: جامعة شرق أفريقيا) is a private university in the autonomous Puntland state in northeastern Somalia. Founded in the commercial capital of Bosaso, it now has additional branches in Buhodle, Erigavo, Galdogob, Galkayo, Garowe and Qardho. The college offers courses in seven core departments, including classes for the Puntland Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation as well as legal professionals. It also operates a virtual distance learning center.