Everything you need as a KU student — portals, services, welfare and campus life
Kenyatta University provides on-campus accommodation in modern hostels for both male and female students. Priority is given to first-year students and those with special needs.
The Director Accommodation Services maintains a register of approved off-campus accommodation. Students are advised to notify the office of their off-campus address.
Contact Director Accommodation ServicesThe KU Health Centre (KUHC) is situated on Mali Road at the main campus and operates 24 hours, seven days a week. It is supported by 6 satellite clinics at Mombasa, Kitui, Embu, Ruiru, Parklands and the City Campus. The facility runs a paperless electronic medical records system (E-Hospital) and employs over 80 medical professionals — including doctors, clinical officers, nurses, laboratory technologists, pharmacists and specialists.
Reception, consulting rooms & physiotherapy. Open 24/7.
8 male and 10 female beds for inpatient observation.
On-site pharmacy dispensing prescribed medications.
Full diagnostic laboratory with 15 technologists.
Dental consultations at the Ghana Complex clinics.
HIV testing, treatment and reproductive health support.
Two ambulances available for emergencies and transfers.
Specialist consultations and wellness programmes.
Mombasa, Kitui, Embu, Ruiru, Parklands & City Campus.
The Directorate of Student Affairs (DSA) is committed to your holistic wellbeing throughout your time at Kenyatta University. Guided by nine core values — commitment, respect, integrity, cooperation, empathy, responsibility, tolerance, trust and honesty — the DSA ensures that no student walks alone on their university journey.
Assistance for genuinely needy students, HELB problem resolution, and access to internal bursary application forms for eligible students.
Academic continuation counselling before any withdrawal decision is made. The DSA advocates for students facing academic challenges.
Continuous monitoring of student safety on campus with timely notifications and maintenance of student profiles and emergency contacts.
Connection to KUSA (Kenyatta University Students Association), sports, health services, career development and disability support services.
KU has over 80 registered student clubs and societies covering academic, cultural, religious, sports and professional interests. All registered students are encouraged to participate.
KU has retained the No.1 position at Kenya National University Games since 1989, competing in over 30 disciplines at national and international level.
The KU Counselling Centre offers free, confidential counselling services to all students. Our trained counsellors are available to help with academic challenges, mental health, career guidance, and personal issues.
