KIU Kiswahili Na UtamaduniArusha, Tanzania
Usa River, Opposite to The Ice Hotel, Magadirisho street - Arusha - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 2% |
| 18-24 years | 20% |
| 25-34 years | 50% |
| 35-50 years | 20% |
| >50 years | 8% |
Location: Kiswahili Na Utamaduni (Kiu) Arusha is located in the region of Arusha, in East African Tanzania. The school is housed in the Usa River (USSA) neighbourhood of the Meru District in Arusha. There are several amenities available close by, including pharmacies, the Usa-River Central Police station, tour operators for planning excursions, many hotels and lodgings and much more.
Getting around: There are several amenities and eateries within walking distance of the school. Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is around a 30km drive from the school, ensuring travel between the airport and the school within 35 minutes via taxi or car. The best way to travel around Arusha is by Dala Dala, minibus-type vehicles that usually hold up to 20 passengers.
Course selection: Kiu Arusha supplies Swahili lessons to students of all levels over various schedules. In addition to lessons taught in groups, private tuition is also readily available in conjunction with, or independently from, other programmes. Courses have specific start dates each month.
Social and cultural: There are several tour operating companies close to the school, allowing students to book trips to many of the local sights and places of interest. Mt Kilimanjaro is around an 83 km journey from Arusha and the Arusha National Park Gate is within a 10km drive of the school's front doors.
Swahili Courses
General Language
Swahili Course
20 lessons per week
|8 students (max)
Offer!from
200US$190US$
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 200190 | 300285 | 450428 | 600570 | 800760 | 12001140 | 15001425 | 18001710 | 21001995 | 40803876 | 54005130 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Additional information for all courses
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Lunch Time Swahili Course
2 lessons per week
|8 students (max)
Offer!from
30US$29US$
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 3029 | 6057 | 9086 | 120114 | 150143 | 180171 | 210200 | 240228 | 270257 | 300285 | 360342 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
0-1 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 12:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 12:30 - 13:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Additional information for all courses
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Super-Intensive Swahili Course
25 lessons per week
|8 students (max)
Offer!from
150US$143US$
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 300285 | 450428 | 600570 | -- | 11951136 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 13:30
Morning: 8:30 - 13:30
Possible course durations
2, 3, 4, 6 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Additional information for all courses
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Evening Swahili Course
3 lessons per week
|8 students (max)
Offer!from
35US$34US$
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 280266 | -- | -- | -- |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
0-1 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 16:00 - 19:00
Afternoon: 16:00 - 19:00
Possible course durations
8 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Additional information for all courses
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Weekend Swahili Course
2 lessons per week
|8 students (max)
Offer!from
38US$37US$
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 300285 | -- | -- | -- |
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Starting dates
Every Sunday
Course specific data
General course schedule
0-1 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 11:00
Morning: 9:00 - 11:00
Possible course durations
8 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Additional information for all courses
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Online
Online Group Course
10 lessons per week
|8 students (max)
Offer!from
100US$95US$
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 200190 | 300285 | 400380 | 500475 | 600570 | 700665 | 800760 | 1000950 | 12001140 | 14001330 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 10:00 - 12:00
Morning: 10:00 - 12:00
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for KIU Kiswahili Na Utamaduni include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
KIU Kiswahili Na Utamaduni
Accreditations and Quality seals
National Kiswahili Council of Tanzania (BAKITA)Swahili teacher qualifications
85% hold a university degree
15% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
Student gender mix
40% male / 60% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at KIU Kiswahili Na Utamaduni and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Legal name/parent company
Kiswahili Na Utamaduni Ltd. | Tax registration ID: 100-747-022
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Library
Self-study areas
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free parking
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 2
- Number of public PC workstations: 2
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
Throughout the year: 15
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 15
Minimum age of students
18 years
7 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 3
Adult courses Throughout the year: 3
Average age of students
In summer: 45 years
Throughout the year: 28 years
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 30% |
| Germany | 25% |
| Japan | 10% |
| Korea | 10% |
| Other nationalities | 25% |
Information for all courses offered by KIU Kiswahili Na Utamaduni
Lesson duration
60 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 70 US$ per course level.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 15 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 12 Jan 2025, 29 Mar 2025, 30 Mar 2025, 07 Apr 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 26 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 26 Jun 2025, 07 Jul 2025, 08 Aug 2025, 04 Sep 2025, 05 Sep 2025, 14 Oct 2025, 09 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 12 Jan 2025, 29 Mar 2025, 30 Mar 2025, 07 Apr 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 26 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 26 Jun 2025, 07 Jul 2025, 08 Aug 2025, 04 Sep 2025, 05 Sep 2025, 14 Oct 2025, 09 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per Swahili language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Visa Documents
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
50 US$
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
FAQ about KIU Kiswahili Na Utamaduni, Arusha
- What is the best price for a course at KIU Kiswahili Na Utamaduni, Arusha?Swahili courses at KIU Kiswahili Na Utamaduni start at 29 US$ for Lunch Time Swahili Course course with 2 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Which countries are students of KIU Kiswahili Na Utamaduni from?The highest Nationality percentage at KIU Kiswahili Na Utamaduni comes from USA with a 30% representation, followed by students from Germany (25%) and Japan (10%).
- KIU Kiswahili Na Utamaduni offers courses for which ages?KIU Kiswahili Na Utamaduni offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 45 during the summer and 28 for the rest of the year.
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