You can apply through our admissions portal using this link Online Application Portal – Africa International University (aiu.ac.ke), where you will be required to create an account and complete the application form. If you have any questions during the application process, feel free to contact our admissions office at admissions.office@aiu.ac.ke or +254725841885.
Admission requirements vary depending on the program you are applying for, but they typically include:
The application deadlines vary Semester by semester. Typically, for the January semester, applications are due by 15th December. For the May intake, applications are due by 15th April and for the September semester, by 15th August. We recommend checking our admissions webpage for the most up-to-date information on the deadline for applications in any given semester.
Yes, the university offers Founders scholarship to students who are applying for undergraduate programmes. You can apply for financial aid using this link Founders Scholarship at Africa International University – Africa International University (aiu.ac.ke),
We also have scholarships available for our continuing students. To qualify for such scholarships, a student should have completed the first semester and have grades since they are merit-based.
After submitting your application, you can check its status by logging into your application portal. You will be notified via email once a decision is made on your application or if any additional information is required to process your application.
Yes, AIU is an International university and international students are welcome to apply. In addition to the standard application requirements, you will need to provide proof of English proficiency and certified translations of any documents not in English. You will also require a Recognition and Equation for Qualifications (REQ) from the Commission of University Education (CUE) if you are applying for any postgraduate programme. For more information on this, please visit the CUE website CUE – REQ.
For International students applying for a Diploma or a Bachelor’s degree, you will be required to get an equation certificate for your Secondary education certificate from Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA). For more information, visit their website KNQA-Portal
Yes, we allow students to defer their admission for up to two calendar years from the date of admission. To request for a deferral, you need to write an email to the admissions office on the email admissions.office@aiu.ac.ke.
Typically, admissions decisions are made within 1 – 2 weeks after a complete application has been submitted. You will receive an email with your admission letter once your application has been processed. You can also check your status on the admissions portal.
Yes, there is a non-refundable application fee of:
Yes! We encourage prospective students to visit our campus located in Karen within the outskirts of Nairobi City. You can schedule your visit through the admissions office.
If you encounter any issues with the application, please contact our technical support team at +254725841885, or reach out to the admissions office for assistance on the admissions email at admissions.office@aiu.ac.ke.
