Learning Institutions Approved to Offer University Education in Kenya [FULL LIST]
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The Commission for University Education (CUE) has published a list of accredited universities in Kenya.
In a notice dated Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the Commission stated that the list of Approved Universities in Kenya is in accordance with the Universities Act Cap 210 as at 13th November 2025.
“Approved Universities in Kenya in accordance with the Universities Act Cap 210 as at 13th November 2025,” read the notice.
Full list of Approved Public Universities by CUE
According to the notice, some of the accredited public institutions include the University of Nairobi (UoN), Moi University, Kenyatta University, Egerton University, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), and Maseno University.
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Additionally, CUE listed Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DEKUT), Chuka University, and the Technical University of Kenya (TUK) as accredited institutions.
| S.No. | University Name | Year of Charter |
| 1 | University of Nairobi | 2013 |
| 2 | Moi University | 2013 |
| 3 | Kenyatta University | 2013 |
| 4 | Egerton University | 2013 |
| 5 | Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology | 2013 |
| 6 | Maseno University | 2013 |
| 7 | Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology | 2013 |
| 8 | Dedan Kimathi University of Technology | 2012 |
| 9 | Chuka University | 2013 |
| 10 | Technical University of Kenya | 2013 |
| 11 | Technical University of Mombasa | 2013 |
| 12 | Pwani University | 2013 |
| 13 | Kisii University | 2013 |
| 14 | University of Eldoret | 2013 |
| 15 | Maasai Mara University | 2013 |
| 16 | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology | 2013 |
| 17 | Laikipia University | 2013 |
| 18 | South Eastern Kenya University | 2013 |
| 19 | Meru University of Science and Technology | 2013 |
| 20 | Multimedia University of Kenya | 2013 |
| 21 | University of Kabianga | 2013 |
| 22 | Karatina University | 2013 |
| 23 | Kibabii University | 2015 |
| 24 | Rongo University | 2016 |
| 25 | The Co-operative University of Kenya | 2016 |
| 26 | Taita Taveta University | 2016 |
| 27 | Murang’a University of Technology | 2016 |
| 28 | University of Embu | 2016 |
| 29 | Machakos University | 2016 |
| 30 | Kirinyaga University | 2016 |
| 31 | Garissa University | 2017 |
| 32 | Alupe University | 2022 |
| 33 | Kaimosi Friends University | 2022 |
| 34 | Tom Mboya University | 2022 |
| 35 | Tharaka University | 2022 |
Specialized Degree Awarding Universities (Public)
| S.No. | University Name | Year of Charter |
| 1 | National Defence University-Kenya | 2021 |
| 2 | Open University of Kenya | 2023 |
| 3 | National Intelligence Research University | 2024 |
Besides providing a list of accredited public institutions, the government also published a list of private institutions authorized to offer university education.
Full list of Approved Private Institutions
| S.No. | University Name | Year of Charter |
| 1 | University of Eastern Africa, Baraton | 1991 |
| 2 | Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA) | 1992 |
| 3 | Daystar University | 1994 |
| 4 | Scott Christian University | 1997 |
| 5 | United States International University | 1999 |
| 6 | Africa Nazarene University | 2002 |
| 7 | Kenya Methodist University | 2006 |
| 8 | St. Paul’s University | 2007 |
| 9 | Pan Africa Christian University | 2008 |
| 10 | Strathmore University | 2008 |
| 11 | Kabarak University | 2008 |
| 12 | Mount Kenya University | 2011 |
| 13 | Africa International University | 2011 |
| 14 | Kenya Highlands Evangelical University | 2011 |
| 15 | Great Lakes University of Kisumu | 2012 |
| 16 | KCA University | 2013 |
| 17 | Adventist University of Africa | 2013 |
| 18 | KAG EAST University | 2016 |
| 19 | Umma University | 2019 |
| 20 | Presbyterian University of East Africa | 2020 |
| 21 | Aga Khan University | 2021 |
| 22 | Kiriri Women’s University of Science and Technology | 2022 |
| 23 | The East African University | 2022 |
| 24 | Zetech University | 2022 |
| 25 | Lukenya University | 2022 |
| 26 | Management University of Africa | 2024 |
| 27 | Tangaza University | 2024 |
| 28 | Islamic University of Kenya | 2024 |
| 29 | Riara University | 2025 |
| 30 | Uzima University | 2025 |
| 31 | Gretsa University | 2025 |
| 32 | Amref International University | 2025 |
Private University Constituent Colleges
| S.No. | College Name | Year |
| 1 | Hekima University College | 1993 |
| 2 | Marist International University College | 2002 |
Institutions with Letters of Interim Authority
| S.No. | Institution Name | Year |
| 1 | Pioneer International University | 2012 |
| 2 | International Leadership University | 2014 |
| 3 | Consolata International University | 2025 |
At the same time, the Commission for University Education published the latest list of Institutions not authorised to offer university education in Kenya. They include;
- Eldoret Bible College – Uasin Gishu County
- Al-Munawarrah College – Mombasa County
- Grace Life Bible College – Vihiga County-Vihiga Town
- Africa Theological Seminary – Trans-Nzoia County-Kitale Town
- Regions beyond Ministry Bible College – Kiambu-Thika Town
- Baraton College (Nandi County – Kapsabet Town
- The Africa Talent University – Kisumu County-Kisumu City
- Breakthrough Bible College – Nairobi-Nairobi City
- Theophillus Theological College – Kiambu County-Kiambu Town
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- Northwestern Christian University – Kakamega County-Kakamega Town
- Logos University (Kakamega County – Kakamega Town
- Harvest Land University – Kisumu County-Kisumu City
- Word of Faith Bible College – Vihiga County-Vihiga Town
- Kenya Anglican University – Kanyuambora-Embu County
- The East African University Bradegate International University – Nyeri County-Nyeri Town
- Dominion Mission Theological University – Global.
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