Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Applications are submitted online through one of the following platforms:

• Privately Sponsored or Self-Sponsored Students: Apply via the University website.
• Government-Sponsored Students: Apply through the KUCCPS student portal.

The minimum entry requirements are as follows:

• Bachelor’s Programmes: KCSE mean grade of C+ (plus) or equivalent from an accredited university.
• Diploma Programmes: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Certificate Programmes: KCSE mean grade of D+ (plus) or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Note: Check specific programme requirements on the University website.

Visit the Kibabii University website, navigate to the admissions section, and click “Apply Online.” Create an account or log into the portal to proceed with your application.

You will need:

• Academic certificates.
• Payment for the application fee.

Yes, students may apply for a programme change or inter/intra-faculty transfer within the first two weeks of the first semester, subject to meeting entry requirements and programme availability.

You will need:

• Admission letter.
• Original and copies of all academic certificates.
• National ID, passport, or birth certificate (for students under 18).
• Passport-size photos.
• Completed admission documents.

Students register for units online through their individual student portal before the start of each semester. Late registration may incur penalties.

Examinations serve either a formative or summative role and include:

• Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs), assignments, and other assessments during the trimester/semester.
• Final written or end-of-course examinations administered at the end of the semester/trimester.

Students who miss exams due to valid reasons (e.g., medical, compassionate, or national duty) may apply for special exams, as determined by the University Senate. Missing an exam without a valid reason, after meeting all requirements, results in a fail.

Yes, students may apply for deferment online through their student portal or in writing to the Registrar (Academic Affairs), stating reasons for deferment, before or during the semester.

Visit the Admissions Office with a copy of your deferment form for re-admission.

To transfer:

1. Identify a programme of interest at Kibabii University.
2. Confirm eligibility by checking the programme’s minimum cut-off points on the KUCCPS student portal.
3. Complete the transfer application process on the KUCCPS portal and pay the required fees.

Yes, secondary students can visit by submitting a formal request to the Registrar, Academic Affairs.

GSSP Students:

1. Log into the student portal.
2. Use your registration number as the username and your KCSE index number as the password.

PSSP Students:

1. After applying online, the admission letter will be sent to the email address used during application.

Your registration number is located at the top left of your admission letter.

1. Pay the hostel fees.
2. Log into the student portal using your registration number as the username and your KCSE index number as the password.
3. Book a room online.

Visit the Kibabii University website, go to the downloads section, or use the search function to locate referee forms.