St. Paul's University Addresses New Fees for 2026/2027

St. Paul’s University has released an official statement clarifying a disputed memo concerning student fees.

The university announced that it would implement new penalties and surcharges beginning September 1, 2026, in the 2026/2027 academic year.

The university’s Deputy Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration stated in an internal memo dated April 24, 2026.

The management had considered feedback from students, alumni, and stakeholders regarding the recently circulated student charges.

He reassured students that there are no changes to the current fees structure at present.

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The university’s fee structure and payment deadlines

The university reiterated that a 40-percent deposit of the fees is required upon registration.

The remaining 30 percent is payable by the end of the first month, and the other 30 percent by the end of the second month.

A KES 2,000 installment charge and a KES 3,000 late unit registration penalty per semester are still in effect.

The institution defended its implementation of charges by explaining ongoing investments in digital infrastructure, hostels, transport, sports scholarships, and the adoption of a competency-based education system.

It emphasized that students’ timely fee payment would enable it to keep offering better training, research, innovation, and the most positive student experience possible.

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University initiatives for service improvement and student reassurance

Concurrently, the university also mentioned upcoming initiatives aimed at service delivery improvement including a pre-registration service for the semester that begins on May 4, 2026.

The setup of a contact center to increase customer service and the quality of the student experience.

The institution stated that University Management Board carefully reviewed the feedback, leading to the decision to postpone the implementation of further charges.

The university reassured that the students could rely on it for the quality of education, affordability, and to listen to student worries.

The university stressed that students are advised to receive information from only its official channels and to ignore other sources.

Students interested in learning more about the matter can contact the center of the institution.

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