KENYA: Kenyatta University fee structure for KUCCPS students in 2026

Kenyan public universities, including Kenyatta University (KU), significantly reduced fees for all programs starting September 1, 2025, under the new Student-Centred Funding Model. This makes higher education more affordable by lowering costs for new and continuing students. Discover the current Kenyatta University fee structure for KUCCPS students below.

Kenyatta University is generally considered affordable, especially compared to private institutions. Photos: @KenyattaUniversity (modified by author)
Source: UGC TABLE OF CONTENTS Key takeaways Kenyatta University fee structure for KUCCPS students in 2026 KU fee structure for self-sponsored students Degree program fee structure Master’s program fee structure How do you pay KU fees? How to apply for admission to Kenyatta University? Kenyatta University application fees What are the fees for Kenya University in 2026? How much do KUCCPs students pay per year? How much is the government-sponsored student fee? Is the KU fee structure for continuing students the same as for new students? How much is the tuition fee at Kenyatta University? How much is the Bachelor of Education at Kenyatta University? How much does KU charge for a master’s program? What is the Kenyatta University fee structure for KUCCPS students 2026 deadline? What grade is required to join KU? What is the KUCCPS minimum entry grade? How can you contact KU? Key takeaways The Kenyatta University fee structure in 2026 follows the government’s new student-centred funding model. Fees for government-sponsored (Module I) students are significantly reduced and vary by course. Government-sponsored students get their fee structure in their admission letters via the KU admissions portal. Self-sponsored students can check fees for specific programs on the KU website’s resources page. For clarification, contact the KU’s finance department directly. For government-sponsored students, Kenyatta University’s fee structure per semester ranges from roughly Kshs 5,000 to Kshs 75,000 per semester, plus statutory fees for new students (around Kshs 26,000-Kshs 27,500 annually).

The fees vary significantly by student, even within the same course, due to a new student-centred funding model where your specific HELB loan and scholarship status determine your band.

As a result, your HELB application and scholarship status directly impact your band and fees. The financial need places you in a category (bands 1-5), which affects your tuition contribution (10-40%, e.g., Band 1 pays 10% of tuition, Band 5 pays 40%) and upkeep amount, with lower bands paying less.

This has led to personalized fee statements. Therefore, never use another student’s fee statement. You receive an individual fee statement, not a general one, showing your exact amount due.

For detailed information about your fees (2026 intakes), check the fee structure and payment deadlines in your admission letter and official announcements on the KU portal around the start of each semester.

KU fee structure for self-sponsored students Kenyatta University self-sponsored undergraduate student fees often range from roughly Ksh 100,000 to over Ksh 400,000+ annually, plus statutory fees (ID, library, exams, etc.). Since the Kenyatta University fee structure for 2026/2027 is not yet available on the school’s website, you can use the recent updates (late 2025).

Degree program fee structure Below are some courses you will find on the Kenyatta University fee structure for 2025/2026:

Program

East Africans’ fee (Ksh/p.a.)

Non-East Africans’ fee (Ksh/p.a.)

B.Sc. in Animal Health

194,400

194,400

Bachelor of Pharmacy

383,040

459,648

B.Sc. Nursing & Public Health

288,000

345,600

B.Sc. Food, Nutrition, & Dietetics

228,016

273,622

B.Sc. Biotechnology

232,560

279,072

B.Sc. Microbiology

232,560

279,072

B.Sc. Analytical Chemistry

232,560

279,072

B.A. in Kiswahili

150,504

180,606

B.Sc. Physics, Math, & Chemistry

232,560

279,072

Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery

447,429

536,916

B.Sc. Telecommunication and IT

232,560

279,072

Law Arts & Social Sciences

193,800

232,560

B.Construction Management

259,200

311,040

Bachelor of Real Estate Management

259,200

311,040

B.Sc. Hospitality & Tourism

193,800

232,560

B.A. Fine Arts

150,504

180,606

Bachelor of Environmental Science

232,560

279,072

B.Ed. Fine Art

150,504

180,606

B.Ed. CRE/IRE

150,504

180,606

B.Ed. ECD

150,504

180,606

B.Ed. Library Science

150,504

180,606

B.Ed. Sciences

232,560

279,072

B.Ed. Special Needs Education

232,560

279,072

B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering

285,120

342,144

B.Sc. Computer Science

259,200

311,040

B.Sc. Civil Engineering

285,120

342,144

B.Sc. Electronic Engineering

285,120

342,144

Bachelor of Architecture

289,440

347,328

B.Sc. Aerospace Engineering

285,120

342,144

Master’s program fee structure Here is the Kenyatta University master’s programs fee structure for some critically acclaimed courses for self-sponsored students.

Program

East Africans’ fee (Ksh/p.a.)

Non-East Africans’ fee (Ksh/p.a.)

MSc. Occupational Health and Safety

287,794

345,354

MSc. Water Supply and Sanitation

287,794

345,354

M.A. Philosophy

127,908

153,490

M.A. Religious Studies

127,908

153,490

M.A. Counselling Psychology

153,600

184,320

M.A. Agricultural Geography

153,600

184,320

M.A. Applied Linguistics

127,908

153,490

M.A. Climatology

153,600

184,320

M.A. Comm. & Media Studies

213,180

256,608

M.A. Community Development

153,600

184,320

M.A. Film and Theatre Arts

213,180

56,608

M.A. IR and Diplomacy

153,600

184,320

How do you pay KU fees? According to Kenyatta University’s student handbook, fees must be paid exclusively through bank transfers or deposits into the following Kenyatta University accounts:

Bank name

Account number

Family Bank

045000023316

Co-operative Bank of Kenya

01129062461400

National Bank of Kenya

01003059150801

Equity Bank Limited

0180290518859

International students making payments in foreign currency will be required to make fee deposits into the university’s foreign currency account (USD):

Account name – Kenyatta University Account number- 01021010781300 Bank-National Bank of Kenya Swift Code- NBKEKENXXXX After depositing the money in any of the accounts, pay–in slips must be presented to the Cashier, Kenyatta University, for issuance of an official receipt. The University will not accept cash, personal cheques, institutional cheques, money/postal orders or mobile money transactions, e.g. M-Pesa.

How to apply for admission to Kenyatta University? ​Here is how to apply for admission on the Kenyatta University admission portal:

Visit KU’s official website and click on “Apply Online” to begin the application process. Click “Sign Up”, and you will be redirected to the eCitizen platform. A screenshot of Kenyatta University’s website. Photo: ku.ecitizen.go.ke
Source: UGC Sign in to your eCitizen account or create an account and provide the required details. Follow the instructions on the portal to fill out and submit your application. Kenyatta University application fees Kenyatta University application fees The Kenyatta University application fees are as follows:

Category

Amount

Certificate, Diploma, or Bachelor’s Degree

Kshs. 2,000

Master’s Degree, Doctorate, or Postgraduate Diploma

Kshs. 3,000

International/Foreign Applicants (Non-East Africans)

$50

What are the fees for Kenya University in 2026? Kenyan public university fees have been significantly reduced, thanks to the new Student-Centred Funding Model. Semester fees range from Ksh 5,000 to Ksh 75,000 (around KSh 10,000 – KSh 150,000+ per year) for local students, with the government subsidizing much of the cost. However, the specific amounts vary by institution and course, and non-East Africans pay more.

How much do KUCCPs students pay per year? KUCCPS students’ annual costs vary widely, from around KSh 10,000 – KSh 150,000+ per year, depending heavily on the institution (public vs. private), program, and the new Differentiated Unit Cost (DUC) funding model. Public universities generally have lower fees than private ones, and high-cost programs like Nursing or IT have higher fees than Arts or Education.

The DUC model allocates funds, but students still pay a balance (Parent Share), which varies by need (Vulnerable, Needy, etc.). The government capitation covers part of the fees, but parents often pay significant amounts or the full cost in private universities.

To know the specific cost of the course you are interested in, find your university and program on the KUCCPS portal or visit the university website or student portal and look for “Fee Structure for KUCCPS Students” or “New Students” for the current academic year (e.g., 2026/2027).

Government-sponsored student fee structures vary by university and program, but range from Ksh 5,000 to over Ksh 70,000 per semester, covering tuition, meals, accommodation (if applicable), and other charges, often with government funding via HELB for loans and upkeep. Self-sponsored students and students in private universities might pay much more.

Is the KU fee structure for continuing students the same as for new students? Kenyatta University (KU) has different fee structures: a new, lower one for newly admitted first-year students under the government’s Student-Centred Funding Model, while most continuing students pay the old fee structure, with variations based on their program and funding status.

Continuing students stick to older rates, while new cohorts benefit from government-subsidised fees, often personalized based on their household’s financial band and HELB allocation. This makes their fees lower and specific to them.

How much is the tuition fee at Kenyatta University? KU fee structure for government-sponsored students varies depending on the program, with fees typically ranging from roughly Kshs 5,000 to Kshs 75,000 per semester, plus statutory fees for new students (around Kshs 26,000-Kshs 27,500 annually).

Under the new Student-Centred Funding Model, East Africans pay less than non-East Africans because government scholarships/loans cover part of their costs based on need.

According to the Kenyatta University fees structure for self-sponsored students in 2026, self-sponsored students’ fee ranges from around Ksh. 100,000 to over Ksh. 400,000 per year.

To know the specific program fee, check the Kenyatta University fees structure for self-sponsored students PDF is available on KU website’s resources page .

The tuition fees for KU programs vary by course. Photo: @KenyattaUni (modified by author)
Source: UGC How much is the Bachelor of Education at Kenyatta University? The annual tuition fees for B.Ed for self-sponsored students at Kenyatta University are KSh. 153,000 for East Africans and Ksh. 191,250 for non-East Africans.

How much does KU charge for a master’s program? The tuition fees for KU master’s programs vary by course and residency, but range from around Kshs. 120,000 to Kshs. 370,000 per year (p.a.) for East Africans, plus statutory fees like Kshs. 27,500 p.a. for some programs. Non-East Africans have higher fees.

What is the Kenyatta University fee structure for KUCCPS students 2026 deadline? For 2026 intakes, you must check fee structures and payment deadlines in your admission letter and KU official announcements on their portal, often around the start of each semester.

KU fees for KUCCPS students follow a new Student-Centred Funding Model with reduced tuition (Sh5k-Sh75k/semester) effective September 2025, but payment deadlines vary by university.

What grade is required to join KU? To be eligible for undergraduate courses at Kenyatta University, applicants must have at least a C+ in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or an equivalent qualification. Additionally, each school has specific requirements for its degree programs.

It’s important to note that meeting these minimum criteria does not guarantee admission to the university. It is advisable to consult with the specific school/department you want to join to get the particular criteria used, including the cluster points.

What is the KUCCPS minimum entry grade? The minimum entry grade for KUCCPS varies by level of study. Degree programs require a KCSE grade of C+ (plus), diploma programs require a C- (minus), certificate programs require a D (plain), and artisan courses accept an E grade.

For issues pertaining to student fee payments, financial aid (scholarships/loans), HELB loan clearance, and general financial policy/development issues, contact the KU Finance Department via:

Office location: Kenyatta University’s Main Campus in Kahawa, Nairobi Address: P.O. Box 43844-00100, Nairobi, Kenya Email: registrar-af@ku.ac.ke | head-studentfinanceug@ku.ac.ke | sfinance-pg@ku.ac.ke Call: 0208704000 | +254 208704000 The Kenyatta University fee structure for KUCCPS students shows the controversial changes in the government’s university funding model, leading to varying costs across different programs. This detailed breakdown helps prospective and continuing students with the financial requirements for their academic journey.

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