Each year about 15 students from the U.S. study at the University on short-term programs. Dar es Salaam, the haven of peace, is an ideal seaport. It is Tanzania s largest city and its main industrial center. Previous course work in African Studies is strongly recommended. The program begins with a one month orientation with intensive study of Kiswahili.
Students take six courses each semester, including continuing language instruction.
Visiting students are expected to take most of their courses within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. A-F. Students completing their the prescribed course load with a grade of C or better receive 15 GU credits and 5 course equivalents per semester. Room and Board Students live in the university dormitories on campus. There are seven residential halls , two of which are open to women. Students live with Tanzanian roommates.