Colleges & Universities in Tanzania

Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University

country rank  26
world rank  12712

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Overview

Established in 1998, the Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Zanzibar City (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Mjini Magharibi. Officially recognized by the Tanzania Commission for Universities, Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University (SUMAIT) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational Tanzanian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Islamic religion. Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University (SUMAIT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 27-year-old Tanzanian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this Tanzanian higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SUMAIT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym SUMAIT
Founded 1998
Motto Ethics and Innovations
Colours Black and green
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University Location

Address PO Box 1933
Zanzibar City
1933 Mjini Magharibi
Tanzania
Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University Phone Number (24) 224 2101
Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University Fax Number (24) 224 2101
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

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Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University.



Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

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Admission Information

Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 50-59% making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University international students information:

  • Number of international students: 15
  • Countries of origin of international students (excluding exchange students): Comoro

Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 1933
Zanzibar City 1933
773 774 838
772 000 243

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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University is Islamic Religious Affiliation

Islamic.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Library

Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's library offerings include:

  • One physical Library branch
  • Number of physical books/volumes: 16,079
  • Number of digital/electronic databases: 6
  • Number of librarians: 5
  • Number of full-time employees, including librarians: 5
  • Total library yearly expenditure: $25,000/year


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Housing University Housing

Yes

Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University provides the following housing options:

  • In-campus student accommodations:
    • Dormitories
    • Private accommodation
  • Number of in-campus dormitories: 2
  • Type: Single-sex dormitories


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes

Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University offers various sport activities and facilities for its community:

Sport Activities:

  • Athletics
  • Football
  • Handball
  • Netball
  • Volleyball

Sport Facilities:

  • Football ground
  • Handball ground
  • Netball ground
  • Volleyball ground

For more information, please visit: https://www.sport.sumait.ac.tz


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes

Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University offers financial aid options, including:

  • Student scholarships based on merit (non-repayable)


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

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Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Tanzania Commission for Universities

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1998


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

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Affiliations and Memberships

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  • The Consortium of Tanzania Universities Libraries and Research Libraries (COTUL)
  • Tanzania Education and Research Network (TERNET)


Academic Structure

Introduction

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Academic Structure

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