Chapter V · Africa
Study abroad inTanzania
Tanzania offers Swahili study and field programmes in wildlife management and community health, with bases in Arusha and Zanzibar.
- Capital
- Dodoma
- Languages
- English, Swahili
- Currency
- Tanzanian shilling (TZS)
- Academic year
- October to July, in two semesters
- Student visa
- Student pass
- Programmes
- 3
- Universities
- 19
Programmes in Tanzania
Zanzibar · 1 programme
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· ★ 5.0 (3 reviews)SIT Study Abroadvia Go Overseas
Across Tanzania and multi-city
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· ★ 4.9 (16 reviews)The School for Field Studies (SFS)via Go Overseas
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· ★ 4.9 (10 reviews)SIT Study Abroadvia Go Overseas
Universities in Tanzania
19 institutions in total, all listed in our Tanzania university directory.
- African Virtual University
- Dares Salaam Institute of Technology
- Hubert Kairuki Memorial University
- Institute of Accountancy Arusha
- Institute of Finance Management
- Kilimanjaro Christian Medical College
- Mount Meru University
- Mwalimu Nyerere Memorial Academy
- Moshi University College of Cooperative and Business Studies
- Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS)
- Mzumbe University (Chuo Kikuu Mzumbe)
- Open University of Tanzania
- St. Augustine University of Tanzania
- Sebatian Kolowa University College
- St. Joseph Group of Institutes
- Sokoine University of Agriculture
- Tumaini University - Iringa University College
- University of Dodoma
- University of Dar Es Salaam
Questions about studying in Tanzania
How many study abroad programmes are there in Tanzania?
StudiesForeign currently lists 3 programmes in Tanzania from 2 providers, in cities including Zanzibar. Each listing links to the organisation that runs it, where you can check dates, prices and how to apply.
What visa do I need to study in Tanzania?
Most international students staying for a semester or longer need a student pass. Requirements depend on your nationality and the length of your course, and EU or EEA citizens may have different rules in Europe. Check with the host institution and the nearest embassy before you apply.
When does the academic year start in Tanzania?
The university year in Tanzania usually runs october to July, in two semesters. Provider programmes and summer schools follow their own calendars, so check each programme’s dates.
How many universities are there in Tanzania?
Our directory lists 19 universities and higher-education institutions in Tanzania, with links to their official websites.