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United States International University Africa

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world rank  3885

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Overview

Established in 1989, the United States International University Africa is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Nairobi (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, United States International University Africa (USIU-Africa) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational Kenyan higher education institution. United States International University Africa (USIU-Africa) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 36-year-old Kenyan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Kenyan higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. USIU-Africa also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

United States International University Africa's Control Typeprivate

Entity

United States International University Africa's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

United States International University Africa' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

United States International University Africa's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym USIU-Africa
Founded 1989
Motto Education to take you places
Colours Blue and gold
Mascot African Eagle
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University Location

Address PO Box 14634
Nairobi
00800 Nairobi
Kenya
United States International University Africa's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
United States International University Africa Phone Number 730 116 000
United States International University Africa Fax Number (20) 360 6100
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of United States International University Africa is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify United States International University Africa's academic range and degree level offering.



United States International University Africa: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees
Bachelor
degrees
Master
degrees
Doctoral
degrees

 

 

 

 
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Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of United States International University Africa categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at United States International University Africa.



United States International University Africa: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

United States International University Africa's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


United States International University Africa's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 60-69% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


United States International University Africa's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


United States International University Africa's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 50644
Nairobi 00200
730 116 300


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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

United States International University Africa's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 7,000 to 7,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


United States International University Africa's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


United States International University Africa's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


United States International University Africa's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


United States International University Africa's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


United States International University Africa's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.


United States International University Africa's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


United States International University Africa is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


United States International University Africa's Library University Library

Yes Visit United States International University Africa's Library


United States International University Africa's Housing University Housing

Yes


United States International University Africa's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


United States International University Africa's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


United States International University Africa's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


United States International University Africa's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


United States International University Africa's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


United States International University Africa's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


United States International University Africa's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


United States International University Africa's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

United States International University Africa is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: WASC Senior College and University Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2005


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important United States International University Africa's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission for University Education (CUE), Kenya


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important United States International University Africa's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • Kenyan Association of Private Universities (KAPU)
  • Association of African Business Schools (AABS)
  • Global Business School Network (GBSN)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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