2 Best PhD Universities in Kenya

Chuka University leads the 2 PhD universities in Kenya on research impact (10,971 citations). It is followed by Maasai Mara University (#24 in Kenya). The universities on this list offer 12 matching courses between them.

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2 universities · ranked best first

how we rank

1Best overall

#23 in Kenya Kenya

Chuka University

Public University · 9 courses in PhD

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—Tuition (indicative)

2007Founded

—Students

—International

Admissions open

#23 in Kenya · by research impact

10,971 citations · h-index 44

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2Top pick

#24 in Kenya Kenya

Maasai Mara University

Public University · 3 courses in PhD

—Tuition (indicative)

—Founded

—Students

—International

Admissions open

#24 in Kenya · by research impact

10,808 citations · h-index 55

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How these universities are ranked

Below them, universities follow their research output: Chuka University is cited most (10,971 citations).

Public, private and where they are

2 are public and 0 private (100% public). The oldest is Chuka University, founded in 2007.

What the courses look like

The most common subjects are Languages & Linguistics (6), Social Sciences & Psychology (4), Law (1) and Business & Management (1). The usual length is 4–6 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake). Chuka University offers the widest choice, with 9 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for PhD in Kenya?

Chuka University (#23 in Kenya) and Maasai Mara University (#24 in Kenya) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How many public universities offer PhD in Kenya?

2 public and 0 private universities are on this list.

How long does a PhD course take in Kenya?

Most listed courses run 4–6 years.

When do PhD courses start in Kenya?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then.

Which university has the most PhD courses in Kenya?

Chuka University, with 9, ahead of Maasai Mara University (3).

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