Dar es Salaam Tumaini University (DarTU) is a private, Christian-based institution of higher learning located in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The university emerged from Tumaini University Dar es Salaam College (TUDARCo) and officially attained full university status on January 1, 2024, following accreditation by the Tanzania Commission for Universities in late 2023.
Its roots date back to 1997, when it was founded as Waldorf College Tanzania under the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Tanzania. Over the years, it has grown into a respected institution offering academic programs rooted in Christian values and committed to academic excellence. DarTU provides a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs through its various schools, including Business Studies, Law and Justice, Education and Human Development, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Digital Technologies.
The university upholds core values such as integrity, innovation, collaboration, diversity, and excellence. It places a strong emphasis on ethical leadership, entrepreneurship, and inclusivity within a Christ-centered learning environment. DarTU also partners with key educational and regulatory bodies in Tanzania to maintain high academic standards and broaden opportunities for its students.
