Strathmore University: Admissions, Rankings

Strathmore University is a well-known institution located in Nairobi, Kenya. The university originated in 1961 as Strathmore College, established by a team of professionals aiming to create a diverse educational institution offering a wide variety of subjects. Over the years, Strathmore University has gained recognition for its outstanding accounting program, which has produced numerous CPA finalists in Kenya. In 2002, Strathmore achieved university status, with a Faculty of Commerce, and a Faculty of Information Technology. The university received its official charter in 2007, solidifying its position as a respected institution of higher education. Today, Strathmore University is celebrated for its exceptional education in commerce and information technology.

Strathmore University Overview

Strathmore University Rankings

SAA Best University Rankings 2025

Category	Rankings	Percentage Rankings
World Rankings	# 2675	32 %
Africa Rankings	# 51	12 %
Kenya Rankings	# 3	—

SAA Best Value University Rankings 2025

Category	Rankings	Percentage Rankings
World Rankings	# 2737	33 %
Africa Rankings	# 51	12 %
Kenya Rankings	# 3	—

Admissions At Strathmore University

If you wish to study at Strathmore 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 Strathmore University.

Moreover, the process and requirements for Strathmore 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 Strathmore 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 Strathmore University

There are several Strathmore 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 Strathmore University offers, please visit the bachelor’s and master’s course pages. These pages will give you detailed information of the programs they offer.