Founded in 2002, The State University of Zanzibar is a non-profit public 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. This institution also has branch campuses in Beit el-Ras, Vuga and Tunguu. Officially recognized by the Tanzania Commission for Universities, The State University of Zanzibar (SUZA) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational Tanzanian higher education institution. The State University of Zanzibar (SUZA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) and bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 22-year-old Tanzanian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Tanzanian higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. SUZA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.
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Name | The State University of Zanzibar ![]() |
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Acronym | SUZA |
Founded | 2002 |
Motto | To prove high education |
Colours | Green, yellow and blue |
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Address | Mnazi mmoja PO Box 141 Zanzibar City Mjini Magharibi Tanzania |
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+255 (24) 223 0724 |
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+255 (24) 223 3337 |
Other locations | Beit el-Ras, Vuga and Tunguu |
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The following The State University of Zanzibar's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix 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 The State University of Zanzibar's academic range and degree level offering.
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0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) |
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1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) |
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Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
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This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has The State University of Zanzibar a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.
The State University of Zanzibar's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
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uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for The State University of Zanzibar.
The State University of Zanzibar has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).
The State University of Zanzibar is a public higher education institution.
The State University of Zanzibar is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
The State University of Zanzibar does not have any religious affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of The State University of Zanzibar's main facilities:
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
uniRank provides below an overview of The State University of Zanzibar's main services:
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The State University of Zanzibar is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Tanzania Commission for Universities
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
2002
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