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University · Kenya

Pwani University

· Public University · Est. 2013

#8 in Kenya Admissions open
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Public University
Founded
2013
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Pwani University at a glance

  1. Where it stands

    On Educads it is #8 of the ranked universities in Kenya, placed by research impact. Its research has been cited 32,298 times (h-index 68), according to OpenAlex.

  2. Ranked near it in Kenya

    Universities placed just above and below Pwani University on Educads:

    #6 Maseno University#7 University of Eldoret#9 Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology#10 Technical University of Kenya

Questions about Pwani University

Is Pwani University a good university?

On Educads it is #8 of the ranked universities in Kenya, placed by research impact. Its research has been cited 32,298 times (h-index 68), according to OpenAlex.

Overview

Pwani University is a public university in the Kilifi County in the coastal region of Kenya, located 60 km north of Mombasa in the resort town of Kilifi, within the larger Kilifi County. Prior to the award of a charter, the university was a constituent college of Kenyatta University. The college, formerly the Kilifi Institute of Agriculture, was established on 23 August 2007 by an order signed by His Excellency President Mwai Kibaki.

Tuition fees & costs

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Kenya.

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Last updated 22 Sep 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.