Overview
Established in 1984, the Moi University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Eldoret (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Uasin Gishu. This institution also has branch campuses in Eldoret West Campus, Nairobi, Kitale, Kericho and Odero Akang'o. Officially recognized by the Commission for University Education of Kenya, Moi University (MU) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Kenyan higher education institution. Moi University (MU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 40-year-old Kenyan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Kenyan higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. MU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
Control
public
Entity
non-profit
Size
very large-sized
Selectivity
least selective
University Identity
| Name | Moi University  |
|---|---|
| Acronym | MU |
| Founded | 1984 |
| Motto | Foundation of Knowledge |
| Colours | Green and white |
| Mascot | The Nandi Bear |
| Screenshot |
|
| Video Presentation |
n.a.; please submit an official Moi University general video presentation. |
University Location
| Address | PO Box 3900 Eldoret 30100 Uasin Gishu Kenya |
|---|---|
 |
Location Map and Satellite View |
 |
+254 790 940 508 |
 |
+254 (53) 43047 |
| Other locations | Eldoret West Campus, Nairobi, Kitale, Kericho and Odero Akang'o |
Gender Admission 
Admission Selection 
Admission Rate 
International Students Admission 
Admission Office 
Student Enrollment 
Academic Staff 
Control Type 
Entity Type 
Campus Setting 
Academic Calendar 
University Library 
University Housing 
Sport Facilities/Activities 
Financial Aid 
Study Abroad 
Distance Learning 
Academic Counseling 
Career Services 
Open Education Global
Wikipedia Article
Facebook
X
Social Media
Introduction
Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.
Social Media
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Moi University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
Moi University's Facebook page
Moi University's X (formerly Twitter) page
Moi University's YouTube channel
n.a.
Moi University's main LinkedIn profile
n.a.