Govt Statement on Lowering Fee For University Academic Programmes

Following extensive consultations with the public, students, and higher education stakeholders, the Government of Kenya is pleased to announce a landmark rationalization of public university fees based on the Student-Centred Funding Model.

In direct response to concerns raised by students and their families, the Government has lowered fees payable by students across all academic programmes. This bold step reaffirms our commitment to ensuring affordable, accessible, and quality university education, while maintaining the financial sustainability of our institutions.

Public universities are hereby directed to adopt the new fees schedule, effective 1st September, 2025 for first year as well as continuing students. All public universities are further directed to update their admissions and finance portals to reflect the revised fees of academic programmes.

Public universities are notified that the entire cost of programmes will continue to be met through a combination of tuition fees, scholarships and loans based on the needs of individual students.

The Government remains steadfast in its vision to transform higher education as a cornerstone of national development. We count on your full cooperation to implement these financing reforms efficiently, equitably, and in the best interest of Kenyan students and families.