Established in 1997, Hubert Kairuki Memorial University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Dar es Salaam (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Tanzania Commission for Universities, Hubert Kairuki Memorial University (HKMU) is a very small coeducational Tanzanian higher education institution. Hubert Kairuki Memorial University (HKMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 25 years old Tanzanian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 80-90% making this Tanzanian higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. HKMU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.