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Lukenya University

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Overview

Lukenya University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the rural setting of the small town of Kambu, Machakos, Kenya. This institution also has a branch campus in Mtito Andei. Established in 2015, Lukenya University (LU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Commission for University Education. LU provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 10-year-old Kenyan higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 50-59%. This places it among an averagely selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. LU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Lukenya University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Lukenya University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Lukenya University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Lukenya University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym LU
Founded 2015
Motto Postera Crescam Laude
We grow in the esteem of future generations
Colours Green and golden yellow
Mascot
Video Presentation n.a.

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Location

Address PO Box 619
Kambu
00204 Machakos
Kenya
Lukenya University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Lukenya University Phone Number 790 444 000
Lukenya University Fax Number
Other locations Mtito Andei

Website

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Recognition and Accreditation

Lukenya University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2015


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 Lukenya 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

Lukenya University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Lukenya 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 Lukenya University's academic range and degree level offering.



Lukenya University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes
A&H Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes
M&H
S&T Yes
Eng

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Programs and Courses

Lukenya University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Lukenya University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Lukenya 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 Lukenya University.



Lukenya University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 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 Lukenya University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Lukenya University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Lukenya University Admission Info


Lukenya University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Lukenya University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Lukenya University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Lukenya University's acceptance rate ranges from 50 to 59%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


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


Lukenya University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Lukenya University's Admission Office Admission Office

The Lukenya University, PO Box 619
Athi River 00204
0790-444000
0791-444000

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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 Lukenya University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Lukenya University Size and Profile


Lukenya University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Lukenya University has a student enrollment ranging from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Lukenya University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Lukenya University's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Lukenya University's Control Type Control Type

Lukenya University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Lukenya University's Entity Type Entity Type

Lukenya 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.


Lukenya University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Lukenya University's main campus is located in a rural setting, meaning it is situated in a countryside or less densely populated area, away from major cities.


Lukenya University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Lukenya University adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.


Lukenya University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Lukenya University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Lukenya University Facilities


Lukenya University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Lukenya University's Library


Lukenya University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Lukenya University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Lukenya University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Lukenya University Services


Lukenya University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Lukenya University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Lukenya University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Lukenya University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Lukenya University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Lukenya University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Lukenya University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Lukenya University
  • School of Business and Economics
  • School of Education
  • School of Agriculture
  • School of Humanities and Social Sciences

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Memberships and Affiliations

Lukenya University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Lukenya University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA)


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

Facebook Facebook

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X X (Twitter)

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lukenya University public or private?

Lukenya University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Lukenya University profit or non-profit?

Lukenya 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 Lukenya University in terms of enrollment?

Lukenya University has a student enrollment ranging from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.

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

Lukenya University's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.

Is Lukenya University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Lukenya University use?

Lukenya University adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.

What religion is Lukenya University affiliated with?

None.

Does Lukenya University admit international students?

Yes.

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

Lukenya University's acceptance rate ranges from 50 to 59%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Lukenya University LU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Lukenya University LU located?

Lukenya University is located in Kambu, Machakos, Kenya. Address: PO Box 619.

Is Lukenya University LU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Lukenya University is accredited by Commission for University Education (since 2015).

Does Lukenya University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Lukenya University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Lukenya University have a university library?

Yes

Does Lukenya University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Lukenya University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Lukenya University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Lukenya University offer career services?

Yes

Does Lukenya University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Lukenya University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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