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The Catholic University of Eastern Africa

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world rank  5912

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Overview

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Nairobi, Kenya. This institution also has a branch campus in Eldoret. Founded in 1984, The Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Commission for University Education. CUEA provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees across several fields 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. This 41-year-old Kenyan higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 80-89%. This makes it a least selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. CUEA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Control Typeprivate

Entity

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym CUEA
Founded 1984 Origins date back to 1984
Motto Consecrate them in the truth
Colours Maroon and yellow
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Location

Address PO Box 612157
Nairobi
00200 Nairobi
Kenya
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa Phone Number 709 691 000
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa Fax Number (20) 891 084
Other locations Eldoret

Website

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Recognition and Accreditation

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Commission for University Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1992


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association of Catholic Universities and Higher Institutes of Africa and Madagascar (ACUHIAM)
  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • Inter-University Council of Eastern Africa (IUCEA)


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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 The Catholic University of Eastern Africa 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

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



The Catholic University of Eastern Africa: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
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Programs and Courses

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of The Catholic University of Eastern Africa 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 The Catholic University of Eastern Africa.



The Catholic University of Eastern Africa: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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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 The Catholic University of Eastern Africa Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official The Catholic University of Eastern Africa website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa Admission Info


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Admission Selection Admission Selection

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least 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


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 62157
Nairobi 00200
709 691 111


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Size and Profile

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa Size and Profile


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa has a student enrollment ranging from 5,000 to 5,999, making it a small-sized institution.


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Control Type Control Type

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa 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.


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Entity Type Entity Type

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa 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.


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Campus Setting Campus Setting

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.



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Facilities and Services

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The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Library University Library

Yes Visit The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Library


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Housing University Housing

Yes


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa Services


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa Organisational Structure

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

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa
  • Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
  • School of Business
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Science
  • Faculty of Theology
  • Faculty of Law

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Memberships and Affiliations

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Catholic University of Eastern Africa public or private?

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa 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 The Catholic University of Eastern Africa profit or non-profit?

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa 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 The Catholic University of Eastern Africa in terms of enrollment?

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa has a student enrollment ranging from 5,000 to 5,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of The Catholic University of Eastern Africa in terms of academic staff?

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.

Is The Catholic University of Eastern Africa a coeducational institution?

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does The Catholic University of Eastern Africa use?

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is The Catholic University of Eastern Africa affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic.

Does The Catholic University of Eastern Africa admit international students?

Yes.

What is The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's acceptance rate and admission policy?

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least 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 The Catholic University of Eastern Africa CUEA?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). International students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is The Catholic University of Eastern Africa CUEA located?

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa is located in Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya. Address: PO Box 612157.

Is The Catholic University of Eastern Africa CUEA accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, The Catholic University of Eastern Africa is accredited by Commission for University Education (since 1992).

Does The Catholic University of Eastern Africa offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does The Catholic University of Eastern Africa offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does The Catholic University of Eastern Africa have a university library?

Yes

Does The Catholic University of Eastern Africa provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does The Catholic University of Eastern Africa have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does The Catholic University of Eastern Africa offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does The Catholic University of Eastern Africa offer career services?

Not reported

Does The Catholic University of Eastern Africa offer distance learning?

Yes

Does The Catholic University of Eastern Africa have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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