Egerton University
Kenya • Founded 1939 • World Rank #4035
Overview
Founded in 1987, the Egerton University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small town of Njoro (population range of under 2,500 inhabitants), Nakuru.
This institution also has branch campuses in Laikipia, Kisii and Nakuru Town. Officially recognized by the Commission for University Education of Kenya, Egerton University (EU) is a large-sized coeducational Kenyan higher education institution.
Egerton University (EU) 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. The acceptance rate range is 100% making this Kenyan higher education organization a non-selective institution.
International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
EU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
Egerton University's physical location and the contact details prospective students typically need before applying or visiting. Channels listed below come from the institution's published profile.
Academic Details
Enrolment scale, staff balance, and accreditation context for Egerton University are below. Female student percentage signals admissions reach and shapes the student-life environment.
Academic Structures
Egerton University's teaching architecture in the units below. New faculties (formed in the last decade) signal where the institution is investing for the future.
Unit 8 items
- Faculty o
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Commerce
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Education and Human Resources
- Faculty of Engineering and Technology
- Faculty of Environmental Studies and Resource Development
Degrees
Each degree level at Egerton University groups its qualifications below for easy comparison. The grouping makes it straightforward to find equivalent programmes across institutions.
Bachelor's 69 programs
Bachelor's programmes build foundational expertise, preparing graduates for entry-level professional roles and further postgraduate study.
- Agricultural Business
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Education
- Agricultural Engineering
- Agriculture
- Animal Husbandry
- Aquaculture
- Arid Land Studies
- Biochemistry
- Biomedicine
- Business and Commerce
- Civil Engineering
- Communication Studies
- Computer Science
- Control Engineering
- Criminology
- Dairy
- Development Studies
- Dietetics
- Economics
- Education
- English
- Entrepreneurship
- Environmental Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Food Technology
- Forest Management
- Gender Studies
- Geography
- History
- Horticulture
- Hotel Management
- Hotel and Restaurant
- Industrial Engineering
- Information Sciences
- Interior Design
- International Studies
- Law
- Library Science
- Logistics Management
- Management
- Media Studies
- Medicine
- Military Science
- Natural Resources
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Peace and Disarmament
- Preschool Education
- Primary Education
- Production Engineering
- Protective Services
- Psychology
- Religious Studies
- Science Education
- Small Business
- Social and Community Services
- Sociology
- Software Engineering
- Soil Management
- Statistics
- Surgery
- Swahili
- Textile Design
- Tourism
- Veterinary Science
- Water Science
- Wildlife
- Women's Studies
Master's 69 programs
Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Education
- Agricultural Engineering
- Agricultural Management
- Agriculture
- Agronomy
- Animal Husbandry
- Applied Linguistics
- Applied Mathematics
- Arid Land Studies
- Biochemistry
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Business Administration
- Chemistry
- Civil Security
- Criminal Law
- Criminology
- Curriculum
- Development Studies
- Dietetics
- Economics
- Education
- Educational Administration
- Educational and Student Counselling
- Engineering
- Engineering Management
- English
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Studies
- Floriculture
- Food Science
- Fruit Production
- Gender Studies
- Genetics
- Geography
- Health Administration
- History
- Horticulture
- Human Resources
- Information Sciences
- Information Technology
- Journalism
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Management
- Mass Communication
- Mathematics
- Medical Parasitology
- Natural Resources
- Nutrition
- Parasitology
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Plant Pathology
- Plant and Crop Protection
- Protective Services
- Public Administration
- Public Health
- Religion
- Science Education
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Soil Science
- Statistics
- Swahili
- Water Science
- Women's Studies
- Zoology
Doctoral 41 programs
Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.
- Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Education
- Agricultural Engineering
- Agricultural Management
- Agriculture
- Agronomy
- Animal Husbandry
- Applied Mathematics
- Arid Land Studies
- Biochemistry
- Business Administration
- Chemistry
- Crop Production
- Curriculum
- Education
- Educational Administration
- Educational Psychology
- Educational and Student Counselling
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Studies
- Food Science
- Geography
- Horticulture
- Literature
- Management
- Mathematics Education
- Natural Resources
- Nutrition
- Parasitology
- Physics
- Plant Pathology
- Psychology
- Religious Studies
- Science Education
- Sociology
- Soil Science
- Statistics
- Swahili
- Town Planning
- Water Science
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Commission for University Education of Kenya.
Nakuru Town Campus College (Campus) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business and Commerce
- Health Sciences
Agriculture (Faculty) 9 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agricultural Business
- Agricultural Economics
- Animal Husbandry
- Crop Production
- Dairy
- Food Science
- Food Technology
- Horticulture
- Soil Science
Common Career Paths
- Agricultural Scientist
- Agronomist
- Farm Manager
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Arts and Social Sciences (Faculty) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Civil Security
- Economics
- History
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Modern Languages
- Peace and Disarmament
- Philosophy
- Religion
- Social Studies
Common Career Paths
- Researcher
- Policy Analyst
- Social Worker
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Commerce (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Finance
- Management
Education and Community Studies (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agricultural Education
- Curriculum
- Development Studies
- Education
- Educational Administration
- Educational and Student Counselling
- Educational Sciences
- Psychology
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Engineering and Technology (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agricultural Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics and Automation
- Energy Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Environment and Resource Development (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Environmental Studies
- Geography
- Natural Resources
Health Sciences (Faculty) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Anatomy
- Community Health
- Health Sciences
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Paediatrics
- Pathology
- Physiology
- Surgery
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Law (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Law
Common Career Paths
- Lawyer
- Legal Consultant
- Compliance Officer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Science (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biochemistry
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
- Molecular Biology
- Physics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Surgery
- Veterinary Science
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Women, Gender and Development Studies (Institute) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Development Studies
- Gender Studies
- Women's Studies
Open and Distance Learning (School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Educational Sciences
- Media Studies
- Military Science
- Teacher Training
Programs Offered
Below are Egerton University's active programmes grouped by degree level, with search. Use the filter to narrow by keyword and the level groupings to compare options at the same qualification tier.
Bachelor's Degree
72 programmes
At undergraduate level, Egerton University offers 72 programmes. These bachelor's degrees typically open both direct employment pathways and routes into postgraduate specialisation.
Bachelor of Agribusiness Management Agribusiness
Bachelor of Arts Liberal Arts
Bachelor of Arts in Communication & Media Communication Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Economics & Sociology Economics
Bachelor of Arts in Economics and History Economics
Bachelor of Arts in English and Communication Communication Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Gender, Women and Development Studies Politics & International Relations
Bachelor of Arts in History History
Bachelor of Arts in History and International Studies History
Bachelor of Arts in Kiswahili and Communication Communication Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Peace Education Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Religious Studies Religious Studies
Bachelor of Business Information and Management Business & Management
Bachelor of Business Management Business & Management
Bachelor of Catering and Hotel Management Tourism & Leisure
Bachelor of Commerce Business & Management
Bachelor of Cooperative Management Business & Management
Bachelor of Education (Arts) Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Development & Education) Early Childhood Education
Bachelor of Education (Primary) Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Education (Science) Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management Entrepreneurship
Bachelor of Industrial Technology General Engineering
Bachelor of Laws Law
Bachelor of Library and Information Studies Information Systems & Technology
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Operating Room & Surgical Technology
Bachelor of Psychology Psychology
Bachelor of Purchasing and Supplies Management Business & Management
Bachelor of Science Natural Sciences
Bachelor of Science (Agricultural Education and Extension); Agriculture
Bachelor of Science (Agriculture and Human Ecology Extension); Agriculture
Bachelor of Science (Animal Science) Animal Science
Bachelor of Science (Clothing, Textiles and Interior Design); Applied Design
Bachelor of Science (Community Development) Development Studies
Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science Natural Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics Agriculture
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering Agriculture
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Agriculture
Bachelor of Science in Animal Health Management Healthcare Administration
Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences Animal Science
Bachelor of Science in Applied Aquatic Sciences Natural Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science Computer Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry Biochemistry
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science and Technology Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Clinical Medicine Medicine
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Computer Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Security Studies Criminal Law & Justice
Bachelor of Science in Dairy Technology and Management Business & Management
Bachelor of Science in Dryland Resources Management Business & Management
Bachelor of Science in Economics and Statistics Economics
Bachelor of Science in Ecotourism and Hospitality management Tourism & Leisure
Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering Robotics & Automation
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science Environmental Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology Food Science
Bachelor of Science in Foods, Nutrition and Dietetics Nutrition & Dietetics
Bachelor of Science in Geography Geography
Bachelor of Science in Horticulture Horticulture and Crop Science
Bachelor of Science in Instrumentation and Control Engineering Electrical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Integrated Forest Resources Management Forestry & Natural Resources
Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering and Technology Industrial & Systems Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Military Science Natural Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources Management Business & Management
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering Software Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Soil Environment and Land Use Management Business & Management
Bachelor of Science in Statistics Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Bachelor of Science in Water and Environmental Engineering Environmental Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Enterprise and Management Business & Management
Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering Civil Engineering & Construction
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Civil Engineering & Construction
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery Operating Room & Surgical Technology
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
62 programmes
Egerton University provides 62 programmes at master's level for graduates who want to specialise further or strengthen their standing for doctoral applications.
Master of Business Administration Business Administration
Master of Education (Curriculum and Instruction) Education & Teaching
Master of Education (Educational Foundations) Education & Teaching
Master of Education (Educational Management) Business & Management
Master of Education (Guidance and Counselling) Counselling & Psychotherapy
Master of Education (Science Education) Education & Teaching
Master of Human Resource Management Human Resource Management
Master of Information Science Information Systems & Technology
Master of Information Systems Information Systems & Technology
Master of Journalism and Mass Communication Communication Studies
Master of Knowledge Management Business & Management
Master of Research and Public Policy Public Policy
Master of Science (Agricultural Education) Agriculture
Master of Science (Agricultural Extension) Agriculture
Master of Science (Community Studies and Extension) Social Sciences & Education
Master of Science in Agribusiness Management Agribusiness
Master of Science in Agricultural and Applied Economics Agriculture
Master of Science in Agricultural Economics Agriculture
Master of Science in Agricultural Engineering; Agriculture
Master of Science in Agricultural Information and Communication Management Agriculture
Master of Science in Agri-Enterprise Development Natural Sciences
Master of Science in Agronomy Agriculture
Master of Science in Animal Breeding and Genetics Animal Science
Master of Science in Animal Nutrition Nutrition & Dietetics
Master of Science in Animal Physiology Biological Sciences
Master of Science in Applied Mathematics Mathematics
Master of Science in Biochemistry Biochemistry
Master of Science in Chemistry Chemistry
Master of Science in Crop Protection Agriculture
Master of Science in Dryland Agro-Pastoral Systems Agriculture
Master of Science in Dryland Farming Natural Sciences
Master of Science in Dryland Integrated Land Management Systems Business & Management
Master of Science in Engineering Systems and Management Business & Management
Master of Science in Food Science Food Science
Master of Science in Horticulture Horticulture and Crop Science
Master of Science in Limnology Natural Sciences
Master of Science in Livestock Production Systems Agriculture
Master of Science in Medical Parasitology Biological Sciences
Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences Nutrition & Dietetics
Master of Science in Physics Physics & Astronomy
Master of Science in Plant Biotechnology Biotechnology
Master of Science in Plant Breeding Agriculture
Master of Science in Plant Pathology Biological Sciences
Master of Science in Pure Mathematics Mathematics
Master of Science in Soil and Water Engineering; Agriculture
Master of Science in Soil Sciences Natural Sciences
Master of Science in Statistics Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Master of Science in Water Resources and Environmental Management Business & Management
Master Programme in Limnology and Wetland Management (Joint Degree) Business & Management
Masters in Measurement and Evaluation Education & Teaching
Masters of Agricultural Engineering Agriculture
Master of Arts (Guidance and Counselling) Counselling & Psychotherapy
Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics Linguistics & Language Studies
Master of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice Criminal Law & Justice
Master of Arts in Economics Economics
Master of Arts in English Language and Linguistics English Language Studies
Master of Arts in Gender, Women and Development Studies Politics & International Relations
Master of Arts in History History
Master of Arts in Kiswahili Liberal Arts
Master of Arts in Literature Literature
Master of Arts in Sociology Social & Cultural Studies
Master of Arts Security Management Business & Management
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Doctorate
51 programmes
Egerton University's 51 programmes at this tier lead to a doctorate, the credential expected for academic, senior research, and many specialist professional roles.
Doctor of Philosophy (Agricultural and Rural Innovation) Agriculture
Doctor of Philosophy (Agricultural Education) Agriculture
Doctor of Philosophy (Agricultural Extension) Agriculture
Doctor of Philosophy (Community Studies and Extension) Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy (Counselling Psychology) Counselling & Psychotherapy
Doctor of Philosophy (Curriculum and Instruction) Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy (Educational Foundations) Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy (Educational Management) Business & Management
Doctor of Philosophy (Educational Psychology) Educational Psychology
Doctor of Philosophy (Guidance and Counselling) Counselling & Psychotherapy
Doctor of Philosophy (Mathematics Education) Mathematics
Doctor of Philosophy (Science Education) Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy in Agribusiness Management Agribusiness
Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Economics Agriculture
Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Engineering Agriculture
Doctor of Philosophy in Agronomy Agriculture
Doctor of Philosophy in Animal Science Animal Science
Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Mathematics Mathematics
Doctor of Philosophy in Biochemistry Biochemistry
Doctor of Philosophy in Business and Management (Course Work Option) Business Administration
Doctor of Philosophy in Business and Management (Research Option) Business Administration
Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry Chemistry
Doctor of Philosophy in Crop Protection Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy in Dryland Agriculture and Resource Management Agriculture
Doctor of Philosophy in Dryland Resources Management Business & Management
Doctor of Philosophy in Economics Economics
Doctor of Philosophy in English Language and Linguistics English Language Studies
Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental and Occupational Health Public Health
Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Science Environmental Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy in Food Science Food Science
Doctor of Philosophy in Gender, Women and Development Studies Politics & International Relations
Doctor of Philosophy in Geography Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy in History Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy in Horticulture Horticulture and Crop Science
Doctor of Philosophy in Kiswahili Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy in Limnology Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy in Literature Literature
Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Parasitology Biological Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy in Natural Resources and Peace Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy in Natural Resources Management Business & Management
Doctor of Philosophy in Nutritional Sciences Nutrition & Dietetics
Doctor of Philosophy in Physics Physics & Astronomy
Doctor of Philosophy in Plant Biotechnology Biotechnology
Doctor of Philosophy in Plant Breeding Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy in Plant Pathology Biological Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy in Pure Mathematics Mathematics
Doctor of Philosophy in Religious Studies Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy in Soil Science Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy in Statistics Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Doctor of Philosophy in Urban Management Business & Management
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to Egerton University
A short guide to applying to Egerton University — five steps covering the path from programme selection to confirmation of receipt.
- 1 Find a programme that fits your goals
Use the programme finder to browse Egerton University's 185 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
- 2 Confirm you meet the requirements
Programme-level requirements at Egerton University typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
- 3 Assemble your application package
Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.
- 4 Submit your application
Egerton University processes applications through www.egerton.ac.ke. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.
- 5 Contact admissions and follow up
Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at +254 (51) 221 7891. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about Egerton University
Below are the key facts most prospective students ask about Egerton University, drawn directly from institutional records.
How old is Egerton University?
The institution opened in 1939 (approximately 87 years ago).
Where is Egerton University located?
Egerton University is located in Njoro, Kenya.
Is Egerton University public or private?
Egerton University is a public institution.
What is the student enrolment at Egerton University?
Student enrolment at Egerton University is around 20,000-24,999.
What is Egerton University's ranking?
It ranks #4035 globally and #5 in Kenya.
What programmes are available at Egerton University?
Egerton University delivers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes across its academic units.
How many faculties does Egerton University have?
Egerton University is organised into 8 academic units across its disciplines.
Is Egerton University officially recognised?
Egerton University is accredited by Commission for University Education (CUE).
Where can I learn more about Egerton University?
The institution's website is www.egerton.ac.ke.
Members of Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
Network-level rankings exist for some Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) groupings (e.g., U21, Universitas 21). These differ from country rankings and reflect coordinated members' shared performance.
Where Else to Study Agriculture
Faculty publication output for Agriculture researchers at each Kenya institution signals research-active culture. Active publication usually correlates with funded supervision capacity.
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