As provided by the Commission for University Education, here is the definitive list of institutions accredited to operate within Kenya as of 2024. This encompasses 35 accredited public universities, 9 public constituent colleges, 25 private chartered universities, 6 private constituent colleges, 8 universities with Letters of Interim Authority, and two specialized degree-awarding universities.
Public Chartered Universities
| University | Year Established / Accredited |
|---|---|
| 1. University of Nairobi | Established – 1970, Chartered – 2013 |
| 2. Moi University | Established – 1984, Chartered – 2013 |
| 3. Kenyatta University | Established – 1985, Chartered – 2013 |
| 4. Egerton University | Established – 1987, Chartered – 2013 |
| 5. Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology | Established – 1994, Chartered – 2013 |
| 6. Maseno University | Established – 2001, Chartered – 2013 |
| 7. Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology | Established – 2007, Chartered – 2013 |
| 8. Dedan Kimathi University of Technology | Chartered – 2012 |
| 9. Chuka University | Chartered – 2013 |
| 10. Technical University of Kenya | Chartered – 2013 |
| 11. Technical University of Mombasa | Chartered – 2013 |
| 12. Pwani University | Chartered – 2013 |
| 13. Kisii University | Chartered – 2013 |
| 14. University of Eldoret | Chartered – 2013 |
| 15. Masaai Mara University | Chartered – 2013 |
| 16. Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology | Chartered – 2013 |
| 17. Laikipia University | Chartered – 2013 |
| 18. South Eastern Kenya University | Chartered – 2013 |
| 19. Meru University of Science and Technology | Chartered – 2013 |
| 20. Multimedia University of Kenya | Chartered – 2013 |
| 21. University of Kabianga | Chartered – 2013 |
| 22. Karatina University | Chartered – 2013 |
| 23. Kibabii University | Chartered – 2015 |
| 24. Rongo University | Chartered – 2016 |
| 25. The Co-operative University of Kenya | Chartered – 2016 |
| 26. Taita Taveta University | Chartered – 2016 |
| 27. Murang’a University of Technology | Chartered – 2016 |
| 28. University of Embu | Chartered – 2016 |
| 29. Machakos University | Chartered – 2016 |
| 30. Kirinyaga University | Chartered – 2016 |
| 31. Garissa University | Chartered – 2017 |
| 32. Alupe University | Chartered – 2022 |
| 33. Kaimosi Friends University | Chartered – 2022 |
| 34. Tom Mboya University | Chartered – 2022 |
| 35. Tharaka University | Chartered – 2022 |
Accredited Public University Constituent Colleges
| University | Year Established / Accredited |
|---|---|
| 1. Turkana University College | 2016 |
| 2. Bomet University College | 2017 |
| 3. Koitaleel Samoei University College | 2018 |
| 4. National Intelligence Research University College | 2021 |
| 5. Mama Ngina University College | 2021 |
| 6. Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology | 2022 |
Private Chartered Universities
| University | Year Established / Accredited |
|---|---|
| 1. University of Eastern Africa, Baraton | 1991 |
| 2. Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA) | 1992 |
| 3. Daystar University | 1994 |
| … | … |
This listing ensures transparency and guides prospective students in their selection of recognized higher education institutions. Those seeking more information or needing support with academic challenges can reach out to the Commission for University Education or utilize university essay writing services for assistance.
Commission for University Education Contacts:
- Location: Red Hill Road, Off Limuru Road, Gigiri.
- Phone: 0207205000, +254780656575