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Karatina University

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Overview

Karatina University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the medium town of Karatina, Nyeri, Kenya. Founded in 2010, Karatina University (KaRu) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Commission for University Education. KaRu provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. KaRu also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Karatina University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Karatina University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Karatina University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Karatina University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym KaRu
Founded 2010
Motto Inspiring Innovation and Leadership
Colours
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Video Presentation n.a.

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Location

Address PO Box 1957
Karatina
10101 Nyeri
Kenya
Karatina University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Karatina University Phone Number (20) 2176 713
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Website

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Recognition and Accreditation

Karatina University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Karatina University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Commission for University Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Karatina University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Karatina University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Karatina University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Karatina University's academic range and degree level offering.



Karatina University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
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L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
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Programs and Courses

Karatina University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Karatina University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Karatina University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Karatina University.



Karatina University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Karatina University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Karatina University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Karatina University Admission Info


Karatina University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Karatina University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Karatina University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Karatina University 's admission selection is not reported.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Karatina University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Karatina University's International Students Admission International Students

Not reported


Karatina University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Karatina University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Karatina University Size and Profile


Karatina University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Karatina University has a student enrollment ranging from 7,000 to 7,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Karatina University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Karatina University's academic staff number is not reported.


Karatina University's Control Type Control Type

Karatina University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Karatina University's Entity Type Entity Type

Karatina University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Karatina University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Karatina University's main campus setting is not reported.


Karatina University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Karatina University's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.


Karatina University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Karatina University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Karatina University Facilities


Karatina University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Karatina University's Library


Karatina University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Karatina University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Karatina University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Karatina University Services


Karatina University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Karatina University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Karatina University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Karatina University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Karatina University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Karatina University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Karatina University Affiliations and Memberships

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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Karatina University public or private?

Karatina University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Karatina University profit or non-profit?

Karatina University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Karatina University in terms of enrollment?

Karatina University has a student enrollment ranging from 7,000 to 7,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

What is the size of Karatina University in terms of academic staff?

Karatina University's academic staff number is not reported.

Is Karatina University a coeducational institution?

Karatina University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Karatina University use?

Karatina University's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.

What religion is Karatina University affiliated with?

None.

Does Karatina University admit international students?

Not reported.

What is Karatina University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Karatina University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university 's admission selection is not reported.

How much does it cost to attend Karatina University KaRu?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Karatina University KaRu located?

Karatina University is located in Karatina, Nyeri, Kenya. Address: PO Box 1957.

Is Karatina University KaRu accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Karatina University is accredited by Commission for University Education (since ).

Does Karatina University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Karatina University offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Karatina University have a university library?

Yes

Does Karatina University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Karatina University have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Karatina University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Karatina University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Karatina University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Karatina University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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