Kenya Highlands University Online Application and Admission Procedure

Kenya Highlands University Online Application and Admission Procedure

Kenya Highlands University is committed to providing quality evangelical Christian education to all individuals who sincerely desire it, regardless of gender, ethnicity, denomination, physical ability, or economic status. The university adheres to non-discriminatory policies and welcomes students from all backgrounds who meet the academic and character requirements.

Degree Requirements

a. Direct Entry:

Kenya Secondary School leavers must meet the minimum entrance requirements for public universities in Kenya. Specific standards can be obtained from the Registrar’s Office.

b. International Student Admission:

Non-Kenyan applicants must meet the minimum entry requirements for public colleges or equivalent in their own country of residence.

c. Transfer Student Admission:

Transfer students may be admitted to advanced standing with satisfactory scholarship from an accredited degree level institution. KHU accepts credits for courses related to their program in which a grade of “C” or better was attained.

d. Mature Age Entry Requirements:

Under the mature age entry scheme, students seeking admission must:

  • Possess a minimum grade of C on KCSE or its equivalent.
  • Be 25 years of age or older on 1st September of the year admission is sought.
  • Achieve a minimum grade of C+ in each course taken to accumulate an initial 12 credit hours with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.3.
  • Have at least three years of experience in their respective profession.
  • Submit a recommendation from their superiors confirming their qualification for KHEU education.

e. Part-time Student Admission:

Students seeking admission for academic credit but not pursuing a degree, or registering for less than 12 hours per term, must meet all stated admission requirements for the program.

Diploma Requirements

a. Direct Entry:

Kenya Secondary School leavers must meet the minimum entrance requirements for public diploma institutions in Kenya.

b. International Student Admission:

Non-Kenyan applicants must meet the minimum entrance requirements for public diploma institutions in their own country of residence. Completion of accredited Bible schools will also be considered.

c. Transfer Student Admission:

Transfer students may be admitted to advanced standing with satisfactory scholarship from a diploma level institution. KHU accepts credits for courses related to their program in which a grade of “C” or better was attained. Transfer of credit for KHU courses may not exceed 48 credit hours.

d. Mature Age Entry Requirements:

Under the mature age entry scheme, students seeking admission must:

  • Be 25 years of age or older on 1st September of the year admission is sought.
  • Be a secondary school leaver or have completed two years of an accredited Bible school with a B- cumulative average.
  • Achieve a minimum grade of C in each course taken to accumulate an initial 12 credit hours with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0.
  • Have three years of certifiable experience in pastoral or church-related ministries.
  • Submit a recommendation from their superiors confirming their qualification for KHU education.

e. Part-time Student Admission:

Students seeking admission for academic credit but not pursuing an Advanced Diploma, or registering for less than 12 hours per term, must meet all stated admission requirements for the program.

Additional Requirements for Degree and Diploma Programmes

1. Spiritual Standards of Admission:

Applicants should recognize the importance of spiritual prerequisites for a quality Christian education, including a commitment to a Christ-like lifestyle, active participation in a local church or Christian organization, respect for the college’s faith statement, and a desire to deepen their understanding of God’s truth through a Christian education.

2. English Proficiency Requirement:

Students whose secondary school instruction language was not English must provide evidence of English proficiency. Those whose first language is not English must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and submit the score to the KHU Registrar. The minimum acceptable TOEFL score within the previous two years of application is 500.

Applicants can apply online through the Kenya Highlands University website by clicking on the admission or apply icon.

At Kenya Highlands University, we are committed to providing a nurturing and transformative educational experience grounded in Christian values. Join our academic community and embark on a journey of knowledge and personal growth. Apply now and unlock your potential for a purposeful and fulfilling future.

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