Founded in 2012, Sebastian Kolowa Memorial University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Lushoto (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Tanga. Officially recognized by the Tanzania Commission for Universities, Sebastian Kolowa Memorial University (SEKOMU) is a very small coeducational Tanzanian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Lutheran religion. Sebastian Kolowa Memorial University (SEKOMU) 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 10 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 50-60% making this Tanzanian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. SEKOMU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.