Chapter V · Africa
Study abroad inKenya
Kenya hosts field programmes in wildlife ecology, conservation, public health and development, often based in Nairobi or at field stations near national parks.
- Capital
- Nairobi
- Languages
- English, Swahili
- Currency
- Kenyan shilling (KES)
- Academic year
- September to July, in two semesters
- Student visa
- Student pass
- Programmes
- 6
- Universities
- 49
Programmes in Kenya
Across Kenya and multi-city
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· ★ 5.0 (7 reviews)Turkana Basin Institute Origins Field Schoolvia Go Overseas
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· ★ 5.0 (1 reviews)The School for Field Studies (SFS)via Go Overseas
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· ★ 5.0 (1 reviews)SIT Study Abroadvia Go Overseas
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Global Engagement Institutevia Go Overseas
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Global Engagement Institutevia Go Overseas
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AFS-USAvia Go Overseas
Universities in Kenya
49 institutions in total, all listed in our Kenya university directory.
- Africa International University
- Africa Nazarene University
- Adventist University of Africa
- Chuka University
- Catholic University of Eastern Africa
- Daystar University
- Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
- Egerton University
- Great Lakes University of Kisumu
- Gretsa Universtiy
- Inoorero University
- Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
- Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology
- Kabarak University
- University of Kabianga
- Karatina University
- Kenya College of Accountancy
- Kenya Methodist University
- Kisii University
- Kenya Medical Training College
- Kenyatta University
- Kiriri Womens University of Science and Technology
- Laikipia University
- Maseno University
- Mount Kenya University
- Maasai Mara University
- Multimedia University of Kenya
- Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology
- Moi University
- Meru University of Science and Technology
Questions about studying in Kenya
How many study abroad programmes are there in Kenya?
StudiesForeign currently lists 6 programmes in Kenya from 5 providers. Each listing links to the organisation that runs it, where you can check dates, prices and how to apply.
What visa do I need to study in Kenya?
Most international students staying for a semester or longer need a student pass. Requirements depend on your nationality and the length of your course, and EU or EEA citizens may have different rules in Europe. Check with the host institution and the nearest embassy before you apply.
When does the academic year start in Kenya?
The university year in Kenya usually runs september to July, in two semesters. Provider programmes and summer schools follow their own calendars, so check each programme’s dates.
How many universities are there in Kenya?
Our directory lists 49 universities and higher-education institutions in Kenya, with links to their official websites.