Ruaha Catholic University is a private higher-education institution located in the small city of Iringa (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Tanzania Commission for Universities, Ruaha Catholic University (RUCU) is a coeducational Tanzanian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Ruaha Catholic University (RUCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. RUCU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including sports facilities, as well as administrative services.