Egerton University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #3459 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #83 of 1,104 | In Africa |
| #7 of 63 | In Kenya |
| #723 of 2,377 | For Forestry |
| Top50% | For 25 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 33%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- egerton.ac.ke
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 33% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or equivalent |
| Academic Calendar | September to May |
We've calculated the 33% acceptance rate for Egerton University based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Egerton University has published 2,753 scientific papers with 33,136 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Medicine, Chemistry, Geography and Cartography, Agricultural Science, Engineering, and Geology.
Egerton University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 3 | 1 |
| 1992 | 8 | 3 |
| 1993 | 15 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 | 6 |
| 1995 | 16 | 9 |
| 1996 | 6 | 9 |
| 1997 | 9 | 19 |
| 1998 | 14 | 15 |
| 1999 | 13 | 10 |
| 2000 | 24 | 37 |
| 2001 | 30 | 56 |
| 2002 | 38 | 77 |
| 2003 | 27 | 83 |
| 2004 | 38 | 153 |
| 2005 | 36 | 145 |
| 2006 | 50 | 266 |
| 2007 | 56 | 269 |
| 2008 | 52 | 378 |
| 2009 | 55 | 511 |
| 2010 | 49 | 554 |
| 2011 | 73 | 834 |
| 2012 | 61 | 923 |
| 2013 | 80 | 1095 |
| 2014 | 134 | 1313 |
| 2015 | 116 | 1573 |
| 2016 | 156 | 1596 |
| 2017 | 154 | 1711 |
| 2018 | 165 | 2033 |
| 2019 | 177 | 2530 |
| 2020 | 210 | 3087 |
| 2021 | 285 | 3976 |
| 2022 | 311 | 4443 |
| 2023 | 247 | 4563 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Egerton University gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (KES) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | 150,000 |
| Bachelor of Science | 170,000 |
| Bachelor of Education | 160,000 |
| Master of Business Administration | 300,000 |
| Master of Science | 250,000 |
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Egerton University.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Master's Degree | Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Engineering, Agriculture, Agronomy, Animal Husbandry, Applied Mathematics, 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, English, Environmental Management, Environmental Studies, Floriculture, Food Science, Fruit Production, Gender Studies, Genetics, Geography, Health Administration, History, Horticulture, Human Resources, Journalism, Linguistics, Literature, Mass Communication, Mathematics, Medical Parasitology, Natural Resources, Nutrition, Pest Management, Philosophy, Physics, Plant Pathology, Public Health, Religion, Science Education, Social Work, Sociology, Soil Science, Statistics, Swahili, Water Science, Women's Studies, Zoology |
|---|---|
| Doctor's Degree | Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Education, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Crop Production, Curriculum, Educational Administration, Educational Psychology, Environmental Management, Environmental Studies, Food Science, Geography, Horticulture, Natural Resources, Science Education |
Notable alumni
-
Frederick Sumaye
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
-
Frederick Tluway Sumaye is a Tanzanian politician who was Prime Minister of Tanzania from 28 November 1995 to 30 December 2005.
Egerton University faculties and divisions
| Campus : Baringo Campus | Business and Commerce, Education, Information Sciences, Library Science |
|---|---|
| Campus : Nakuru Town Campus College | Business and Commerce, Health Sciences |
| Faculty : Agriculture | Agricultural Business, Agricultural Economics, Animal Husbandry, Crop Production, Dairy, Food Science, Food Technology, Horticulture, Soil Science |
| Faculty : Arts and Social Sciences | Civil Security, Economics, History, Linguistics, Literature, Modern Languages, Peace and Disarmament, Philosophy, Religion, Social Studies |
| Faculty : Commerce | Accountancy, Business Administration, Finance, Management |
| Faculty : Education and Community Studies | Agricultural Education, Curriculum, Development Studies, Education, Educational Administration, Educational and Student Counselling, Educational Sciences, Psychology |
| Faculty : Engineering and Technology | Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Energy Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering |
| Faculty : Environment and Resource Development | Environmental Studies, Geography, Natural Resources |
| Faculty : Health Sciences | Anatomy, Community Health, Health Sciences, Medicine, Nursing, Nutrition, Paediatrics, Pathology, Physiology, Surgery |
| Faculty : Law | Law |
| Faculty : Science | Biochemistry, Biological and Life Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Molecular Biology, Physics |
| Faculty : Veterinary Medicine and Surgery | Surgery, Veterinary Science |
| Institute : Women, Gender and Development Studies | Development Studies, Gender Studies, Women's Studies |
| School : Open and Distance Learning | Educational Sciences, Media Studies, Military Science, Teacher Training |
General information
| Alternative names | EU |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1987 |
| Accreditation | Commission for University Education (CUE) |
Location and contacts
| Address | PO Box 536 Njoro, 254(51) 221-78-91/2 221-77-81 Kenya |
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