Kenyatta University: Tuition, Admissions, Rankings

Founded in 1965, Kenyatta University is a prominent institution in Kenya that operates across 13 locations, with its main campus situated in Nairobi County. The primary campus, which covers over 1,000 acres, offers a peaceful and well-equipped environment conducive to educational growth. The university is widely respected for its outstanding programs and esteemed faculty, earning global acclaim. It emphasizes hands-on learning and skill development, fostering strong partnerships with industries to provide real-world experience. The university is accredited by reputable organizations and is committed to providing high-quality education, promoting academic excellence, and instilling ethical principles for sustainable personal and societal progress.

Kenyatta University Overview

Kenyatta University Rankings

SAA Best University Rankings 2025

Category	Rankings	Percentage Rankings
World Rankings	# 2021	24 %
Africa Rankings	# 35	8 %
Kenya Rankings	# 2	—

SAA Best Value University Rankings 2025

Category	Rankings	Percentage Rankings
World Rankings	# 2549	30 %
Africa Rankings	# 47	11 %
Kenya Rankings	# 2	—

Tuition Fees at Kenyatta University

Kenyatta University tuition fees for both bachelor's and master's students are discussed in this section.

Bachelor's Tuition Fees

Student Type	Annual Tuition Fees in KES
Domestic Students	153,000 KES - 428,400 KES
International Students	191,300 KES - 535,500 KES

Master's Tuition Fees

Student Type	Annual Tuition Fees in KES
Domestic Students	216,000 KES - 367,200 KES
International Students	270,000 KES - 408,800 KES

Although this range provide a good estimate of tuition costs at Kenyatta University, the actual fees depend on your chosen program. Thus, for more exact figures, you may refer to Kenyatta University tuition fee pages.

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Admissions At Kenyatta University

If you wish to study at Kenyatta University, you’ll need to know the admission process, requirements, and other relevant information. Those may vary based on the program you’re applying to Kenyatta University.

Moreover, the process and requirements for Kenyatta University international admission may differ from domestic admission. Thus, if you’re an international student, check what additional requirements you need to submit and how you can validate your academic credentials.

To help you find all the admission-related information, we’ve compiled the bachelor's and master's admission pages of Kenyatta University. Select which one applies to you and take note of the process and requirements.

Degree	Admission Pages
Bachelor's	Domestic and International Admissions Page
Master's	Domestic and International Admissions Page

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Degree Programs offered at Kenyatta University

There are several Kenyatta University majors or degree programs for bachelor’s and master’s level that you can pursue. Here are some of them:

If you want to know what other academic programs Kenyatta University offers, please visit the bachelor’s and master’s course pages. These pages will give you detailed information of the programs they offer.