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Explore your academic journey at Rongo University. Discover our programmes, application opportunities, admission requirements and resources designed to help you begin your university experience with confidence.
Welcome to Rongo University Admissions
Rongo University offers diverse academic programmes and specializations across sciences, humanities, social sciences and the arts. Through our admission pathways, opportunities are available to Kenyan and international students seeking quality university education.
Head of Admissions
CPA Jessica Seda
Head of Admissions
Three Intakes Every Academic Year
Rongo University has three intakes in an academic year for all courses. Advertisements for the respective intakes are normally carried in the local press approximately two months before the intake.
September / October
Main academic intake for students joining Rongo University programmes.
December / January
Additional intake providing opportunities for eligible applicants to commence their studies.
April / May
Third annual intake for eligible programmes offered during the respective admission cycle.
Congratulations on Your KCSE 2025 Performance!
Congratulations to all students who have been placed at Rongo University by KUCCPS. Your journey towards higher education begins here.
Please download your admission letter, fee structure and other admission documents through the KUCCPS 2026 Student Portal or from the email address submitted to KUCCPS.
Reporting & Programme Transfer
Students admitted to Rongo University are expected to submit the required admission documents in hard copy on the reporting date.
- Reporting date for the 2026 KUCCPS intake: 24 August 2026.
- Required admission documents should be submitted in hard copy on reporting.
- Students wishing to apply for inter-programme transfer may do so within the first two weeks of reporting.
Deferment of Admission
An applicant who is unable to take up an offer of admission must formally notify the Academic Registrar by completing Form RUC F2 included in the joining instructions or by writing directly to the Deputy Academic Registrar.
The request should reach the relevant office at least one week before the date of registration.
Failure to communicate a deferment will result in the applicant being deemed to have forfeited the admission position and may lead to de-registration from the admitted programme.
Application Procedure
Follow the steps below to submit your application to Rongo University.
Obtain the Application Form
Application forms may be obtained from the Admissions Office at the University Main Campus, Kitere Hill, or through the University’s Student Downloads Centre.
Pay the Application Fee
Pay the applicable non-refundable application fee through the designated University bank accounts.
Complete Your Application
Complete the application form accurately and attach copies of the required academic certificates and supporting documents.
Submit Your Documents
Return or send the completed application and supporting documents to the Registrar, Academic Affairs.
Application Fees
Application fees may be paid by direct deposit at any KCB or National Bank branch into the Rongo University account. CASH and postal orders will not be accepted.
Choose a Mode of Study That Works for You
Rongo University provides flexible study options designed to accommodate different student needs and learning commitments.
Full-Time
Full-time study for students undertaking their programmes through the conventional university learning model.
Open & Distance Learning
Flexible learning opportunities for students who require alternative modes of accessing their programmes.
Weekend & School-Based
Weekend and school-based study options provide additional flexibility for students balancing education with other responsibilities.
Forms, Fees & Academic Information
Access important documents and information required during the application and admission process.
Other Forms
Access additional student forms and admission-related documents from the Rongo University Student Downloads Centre.
View All Forms →Admissions Quality Objectives
The Admissions Office is committed to timely, efficient and student-centred admission services.
To ensure that 70% of admission letters are prepared and dispatched three months before the opening date.
To ensure students sign the nominal roll within the first three weeks of the opening date in compliance with the 20% rule.
To ensure all faculty interdepartmental transfer requests are handled within the first three weeks from the opening date of every new academic year.
To ensure students are issued with student identification cards within three weeks of the opening date.
We’re Here to Help You Begin Your Journey.
For enquiries concerning admissions, applications, programmes, reporting and other admission-related matters, contact the Admissions Office or the Registrar, Academic Affairs.
Email Admissions →Admissions Contacts
Admissions Office
Email: admissions@rongovarsity.ac.ke
Registrar, Academic Affairs: regaa@rongovarsity.ac.ke
Secure Your Admission
Take the next step towards your academic future at Rongo University. Explore our programmes and begin your application today.
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