University Overview
Established in 2007, KCA University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the metropolis of Nairobi (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Kisumu. Officially recognized by the Commission for University Education of Kenya, KCA University (KCAU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Kenyan higher education institution. KCA University (KCAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 18-year-old Kenyan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Kenyan higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. KCAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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large-sized
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moderately selective
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| Name | KCA University |
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| Acronym | KCAU |
| Founded | 2007 Origins date back to 1989 |
| Motto | Advancing Knowledge, Driving Change |
| Colours | Dark blue and gold |
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University Location
| Address | PO Box 56808 Nairobi 00200 Nairobi Kenya |
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(20) 856 6177 |
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(20) 856 1077 |
| Other locations | Kisumu |
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