USIU: United States International University Africa, Kenya

USIU-Africa: Where Global Minds Meet in Nairobi

United States International University-Africa (aka USIU-Africa) isn’t just a mouthful—it’s a powerhouse of private education in Kenya. Proudly accredited by Kenya’s Commission for University Education (CUE) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) in the U.S., it’s where local meets global, and ambition meets opportunity.

Currently helmed by the accomplished Prof. Mwenda Ntarangwi, USIU-Africa is guided by a team of top-tier thinkers, doers, and education shapers.

Location, Location, Location

Nestled in the serene Roysambu neighborhood, right within Kasarani, USIU-Africa is just 12 kilometers from Nairobi’s CBD—far enough for peace, close enough for city life. Need coordinates? No problem:
Latitude: -1.218056 | Longitude: 36.879167

A Bit of History (We Promise It’s Interesting)]

Born in 1969 as the Nairobi campus of a U.S.-based university from San Diego, USIU quickly became more than just a branch campus.

In 1999, it gained independence and was rebranded as USIU-Africa.

Since 2001, the original USIU merged with the California School of Professional Psychology to form Alliant International University.

Today? Over 55 nationalities study here across 38 programs, with a thriving alumni network of 25,000+ graduates worldwide.

Schools at USIU-Africa

Chandaria School of Business (CSOB)

School of Science & Technology (SST)

School of Humanities & Social Sciences (SHSS)

School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences (SPHS)

School of Communication, Cinematic & Creative Arts (SCCCA)

School of Graduate Studies (SGS)

From lab coats to film scripts, boardrooms to psychology clinics—every career path has a home here.

Academic Programs

Undergraduate Degrees:
Want to lead, code, cure, analyze, or create? You’re covered.

Business: BSc. in Finance, Accounting, International Business Administration, and more

Social Sciences: BA in Psychology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, International Relations

Creative Arts: BA in Animation, Film Production, Journalism

Tech: BSc. Software Engineering, Data Science, Applied Computer Technology

Health: Bachelor of Pharmacy, Epidemiology & Biostatistics, Applied Biochemistry

Graduate & Doctoral Degrees:
Take it further with:

MBA (Global, Health Leadership)

MSc. in Global Banking & Finance, Information Security, Information Systems

MA in Clinical Psychology, Communication Studies, International Relations

Doctorates: PhD in International Relations, Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, PhD in Information Systems & Technology, DBA

USIU VC: Prof. Mwenda Ntarangwi

An academic with over 30 years in the game, Prof. Ntarangwi brings global experience to USIU-Africa. With roots in language education and cultural anthropology, he has taught in Kenya, the U.S., Liberia, and led reforms as the former CEO of CUE Kenya. He’s also played key roles at Kenyatta, Egerton, and even the National Defence University Kenya. Basically? He’s the real deal.

Undergraduate Admission Requirements

Admissions are selective, and all applicants must provide verified academic documents. Here’s the short and sweet of what you need:

KCSE: C+ and above

GCE/IGCSE/IB: 5 upper level passes at O-Level, 3 principal passes at A-Level

12th Grade (US Diploma): GPA of 2.50+

IB Diploma: Five passes of grade 4 and above

Bachelor of Pharmacy: KCSE B- and strong grades in core sciences

Epidemiology & Biostatistics: KCSE C+ with B-/C+ in core cluster subjects

Note: Meeting the minimum doesn’t guarantee a seat. Competition is real.

Paying Your Fees (Yes, There Are Options)

Mobile Money (M-PESA)
Go to Lipa na M-PESA

Paybill: 516900

Account: Student ID + purpose code (e.g., 66XXXX-TUIT)

Purpose codes:

TUIT – Tuition

ADM – Admission

PPP – Payment Plan

Bank & Wire Transfers
Cheques and Visa Cards
Online Payments – Safe, fast, and fully digital

Why USIU-Africa?

World-class education with global accreditation

Diverse student body from over 55 countries

State-of-the-art learning, research, and creative facilities

Industry-relevant programs designed for the 21st century

A place where ambition turns into action

USIU-Africa: Educating Africa. Connecting the World.
Nairobi, Kenya | www.usiu.ac.ke | info@usiu.ac.ke | +254 730 116000

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