Quick answer
KCA University fees are charged per trimester. A Bachelor of Commerce costs KSh 88,285 in trimester 1 and KSh 74,630 in later trimesters, technology degrees cost KSh 80,380 to KSh 104,240 in trimester 1, and fees are paid by bank deposit, banker's cheque or M-Pesa Paybill 300078.
Updated 18 October 2026
KCA University charges fees per trimester, and the amount depends on your school, your programme and how many units you take. Most bachelor’s degrees cost between about KSh 52,565 and KSh 108,775 per trimester on the university’s published fee schedules, while certificate and diploma courses start at around KSh 28,405. Below are the official figures from KCA’s fee schedules, what each charge covers and the accounts you can pay into.
The figures come from three KCA documents: the School of Business fee schedule and the School of Education, Arts and Social Sciences fee schedule (both for the 2024-2025 academic year, revised December 2023), and the School of Technology fee structure published by the university in May 2026. KCA states that fee schedules are subject to review, so check the latest PDF on the university’s fees page before you pay.
How KCA University fees are calculated
Each trimester’s bill has two main parts:
- Administration fees, which are higher in the first trimester (for example KSh 11,810 instead of KSh 9,510 for most business and technology degrees) because they include one-off registration costs.
- Tuition, charged per unit. The unit rate ranges from KSh 7,000 for education and psychology courses to KSh 12,000 for actuarial science. The schedules assume a set number of units, so taking more or fewer units changes your bill.
Attachment, teaching practice or practicum is billed separately, usually at KSh 11,500.
School of Business fees
The Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Procurement and Logistics, BSc International Business Management, BSc Public Management, BSc Economics and Statistics and BSc Forensic Accounting share one schedule, with tuition at KSh 10,925 per unit.
| Programme | Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 | Trimesters 3 to 8 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCom and the five related degrees above | KSh 88,285 | KSh 85,985 | KSh 74,630 each |
| BSc Actuarial Science (KSh 12,000 per unit) | KSh 108,775 | KSh 93,925 | KSh 93,925 to KSh 106,375; KSh 81,475 in trimester 8 |
| BA Economics and Business Studies (KSh 9,750 per unit) | KSh 81,935 | KSh 79,635 | KSh 69,065 each; KSh 80,565 in trimester 8 with attachment |
| Certificate or Diploma in Business Management, Procurement and Logistics, or Public Management | KSh 37,550 (includes KSh 2,000 caution money) | KSh 35,550 | KSh 35,550; KSh 41,550 in the final stage with attachment |
The BCom schedule assumes seven units in trimesters 1 and 2 and six units after that. The attachment or management seminar paper costs KSh 11,500.
School of Technology fees
Technology programmes are charged at KSh 11,500 per unit.
| Programme | Trimester 1 | Later trimesters |
|---|---|---|
| BSc Applied Computing, Bachelor of Business Information Technology, BSc Data Science (7 units) | KSh 92,310 | KSh 90,010 |
| BSc Software Development, BSc Information Security and Forensics (8 units) | KSh 104,240 | KSh 101,940 |
| BSc Information Technology, BSc Information and Communication Technology (6 units) | KSh 80,380 | KSh 78,080 |
| BSc Gaming and Animation Technology | KSh 104,240 | KSh 101,940 in trimesters 2 to 6; KSh 90,010 in trimesters 7 and 8 |
Attachment for technology students is KSh 11,500.
School of Education, Arts and Social Sciences fees
| Programme | Trimester 1 | Typical later trimester |
|---|---|---|
| BA Journalism and Digital Media; BA Performing Arts and Film Technology (KSh 11,200 per unit, practicals included) | KSh 91,565 | KSh 89,265 |
| BA Counselling Psychology; B.Ed (Early Childhood); BA Criminology (KSh 7,000 per unit) | KSh 54,865 | KSh 52,565 |
| Bachelor of Education (Arts) | KSh 62,353 | KSh 60,053 |
| Diploma in Journalism and Digital Media; Diploma in Film Technology | KSh 55,867 | KSh 53,567 |
| Diploma in Education | KSh 39,192 | KSh 36,892 |
| Certificate or Diploma in Early Childhood or Counselling Psychology | KSh 30,705 | KSh 28,405 |
Watch for extra charges in specific trimesters. B.Ed (Early Childhood) students pay KSh 9,000 practicum in trimester 4 and KSh 11,500 teaching practice in trimester 9, and Counselling Psychology and Criminology students pay a KSh 11,500 personal therapy or attachment fee in trimester 9.
How to pay KCA University fees
KCA’s fee schedules say fees are payable by banker’s cheque or direct deposit to these university accounts:
- M-Pesa: Paybill 300078 (ABSA Bank, Sarit Branch).
- Standard Chartered, Thika Road Mall Branch: account 0102001171100, bank code 002, SWIFT SCBLKENX.
- ABSA Bank, Sarit Branch: account 1352178, bank code 073, SWIFT BARCKENX.
- NCBA, Wabera Street: account 6432280015, bank code 007.
The university does not accept cash or personal cheques. Confirm with the finance office which account reference to use (usually your admission or registration number) so your payment is matched to you, and keep every receipt. Before paying through M-Pesa, check the transaction cost on our M-Pesa charges guide, and see our list of bank Paybill numbers if you are funding the payment from a bank account.
Paying in instalments
The School of Business schedule says fees can be paid in three instalments of 50%, 30% and 20%, with an extra charge of KSh 1,500 for paying in instalments. Foreign students pay 20% more tuition, except students from East African Community countries.
Funding your studies
Students placed at KCA through KUCCPS can apply for government scholarship and loan support under the student-centred funding model. Read our guide on registering on the HEF student portal, and use our KUCCPS cluster points guide if you are still choosing a course. To compare KCA with other institutions, see our summary of university fees in Kenya and the most in-demand KCA courses. Students who need part-time income can look for openings on Job in Kenya.
Frequently asked questions
What is the KCA University Paybill number?
KCA’s fee schedules list M-Pesa Paybill 300078, which pays into the university’s ABSA Bank Sarit Branch account.
How much is the Bachelor of Commerce at KCA University?
KSh 88,285 in trimester 1, KSh 85,985 in trimester 2 and KSh 74,630 in each later trimester, based on seven units in the first two trimesters and six units after that.
Does KCA University accept cash payments?
No. KCA says cash and personal cheques are not accepted. Pay by banker’s cheque, bank deposit or M-Pesa Paybill.
Can I pay KCA fees in instalments?
Yes. The School of Business schedule allows three instalments of 50%, 30% and 20%, with a KSh 1,500 charge for paying this way.
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