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HELB provides government-backed student financial support for Kenyan university students.

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Undergraduate Loan

Up to KSh 60,000/year for government-sponsored students. Covers tuition & upkeep. Apply immediately after getting your admission letter.

Apply at helb.co.ke →

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Eligibility Criteria

✓ Kenyan citizen · ✓ KCSE C+ or above · ✓ Admitted to a recognised institution · ✓ Completed university registration · ✓ No prior HELB default

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Application Period

Portal opens June–August each year after KUCCPS placement. First-come, first-served — apply as early as possible for faster disbursement.

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Repayment Terms

Begins 2 years after graduation or when your salary exceeds KSh 18,000/month. Repay via M-Pesa or bank. HELB mobile app available.

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Bursary Top-up

Needy students can get a non-repayable bursary on top of the loan — up to KSh 40,000 extra. Upload household assessment during application.

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Contacts

📧 [email protected] · 📞 0711 052 000 · SMS: 0722 248 272 · HELB app on Android & iOS · Pay Bill: 200000

Full and partial scholarships available to Kenyan students — explore every option.

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Presidential Scholarship

For top national KCSE performers. Full tuition at public universities. Check Education Ministry announcements after KCSE results release each year.

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Equity Wings to Fly

Full scholarship for bright, needy students — covers fees, uniform & pocket money. Apply through your secondary school principal before Form 4 completion.

Apply →

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KCB Foundation

2jiajiri scholarships for needy Kenyan youth. Annual applications — check KCB Foundation website for opening dates and requirements each year.

KCB Foundation →

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Mastercard Foundation

Partners with JKUAT, KU, UoN for full scholarships including stipends for talented, financially constrained students. Check each university's website.

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Safaricom Foundation

Annual STEM scholarships at top Kenyan universities. Applications open April each year. Strong preference for Engineering, IT, and Science programmes.

Apply →

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CDF & County Bursaries

Apply to your local MP's CDF fund AND your County Government bursary — KSh 5,000–50,000/year each. Renewable annually. Very accessible — apply every year.

Complete step-by-step KUCCPS application guide after receiving your KCSE results.

Get Your KCSE Results

Collect your result slip from school or download from knec.ac.ke. Use EduPath AI right now to enter your grades and instantly see all eligible programmes — before the KUCCPS portal even opens.

Go to students.kuccps.net → Create account with your KCSE index number → Pay KSh 1,500 application fee via M-Pesa (Pay Bill 290000, Account: your index number).

Select Up to 3 Programme Choices

Enter your preferred programmes in priority order. Use EduPath AI's ranked list to choose wisely — mix 1-2 "High Chance" courses with 1 "Moderate" for best placement odds. Write down KUCCPS programme codes.

Await Placement Results

KUCCPS releases results online (usually 4–8 weeks after application closes). Log into your portal account to check. You are placed in the highest-priority course you qualify for.

Use the Revision Window

A 2-week revision window opens after placement — you can change your choices. Many students secure better placements here. Use EduPath AI's compare feature to decide if you should revise.

Download Admission Letter

Download from KUCCPS portal. Report to your university on the specified date with: original KCSE certificate, birth certificate, national ID, 2 passport photos, and your admission letter.

Apply for HELB & Bursaries Immediately

Apply for HELB the same day you receive placement. Simultaneously apply for: CDF bursary, county bursary, and any relevant scholarships. Don't wait — early applications get faster disbursement.

Public and private universities in EduPath AI's database.

University of Nairobi

📍 Nairobi · Public · Est. 1970
Flagship university. Top for Medicine, Law, Engineering.

TOP RANKED

Kenyatta University

📍 Nairobi · Public · Est. 1985
Education, Sciences, Health, Business. Large campus.

PUBLIC

JKUAT

📍 Juja · Public · Est. 1994
Engineering, IT, Architecture, Agriculture.

PUBLIC

Moi University

📍 Eldoret · Public · Est. 1984
Medicine, Law, Engineering. Western Kenya.

PUBLIC

Egerton University

📍 Nakuru · Public · Est. 1939
Agriculture, Environment, Education.

PUBLIC

Maseno University

📍 Kisumu · Public · Est. 2001
Science, Education, Arts. Western Kenya.

PUBLIC

Strathmore University

📍 Nairobi · Private · Est. 2002
Business, Law, IT. High employability.

PRIVATE

USIU-Africa

📍 Nairobi · Private · Est. 1969
Business, IT, International Relations.

PRIVATE

Multimedia University

📍 Nairobi · Public · Est. 2013
IT, Journalism, Creative Arts.

PUBLIC

Pwani University

📍 Kilifi · Public · Est. 2007
Sciences, IT, Business. Coastal Kenya.

PUBLIC

Masinde Muliro University

📍 Kakamega · Public · Est. 2007
Engineering, Education, Sciences.

PUBLIC

Dedan Kimathi University

📍 Nyeri · Public · Est. 2012
Engineering, Computing, Sciences.

PUBLIC

The minimum for government-sponsored degree programmes is C+ (plus). Private universities may accept C plain for some programmes. Diploma programmes may accept C-. You must achieve C+ or above to be placed through KUCCPS for a degree.

Each KUCCPS cluster requires 4 specific subjects. Your cluster score = sum of grade points for those 4 subjects × 3. Grade scale: A=12, A-=11, B+=10, B=9, B-=8, C+=7, C=6, C-=5, D+=4, D=3, D-=2, E=1. Maximum raw score = 48 × 3 = 144. EduPath AI displays the raw 0–48 scale for easier comparison. Always check official scores on the KUCCPS portal.

You can apply for up to 3 programme choices in order of preference. You are placed in the highest-priority choice you qualify for. Always put your most desired course first, but ensure all 3 are realistic based on your cluster scores. Use EduPath AI's comparison feature to evaluate your options before submitting.

You have several strong options: (1) Apply for Diploma programmes via KUCCPS with lower entry requirements, (2) Retake KCSE subjects — especially the 4 cluster subjects for your desired course, (3) Enroll in bridging programmes at TVET institutions, (4) Apply to private universities that have different admission criteria. WhatsApp our helpline at 0742 868 209 for free personalised guidance.

EduPath AI uses the official KUCCPS 2024/25 degree cluster cut-off document. Cut-offs shift slightly each cycle based on national performance and university capacity. Always verify at the official KUCCPS portal before submitting your application. Our "High Chance" label means you have a comfortable margin above the cut-off.

Government-sponsored (Module I): Lower fees (KSh 16,000–48,000/year), placed by KUCCPS, requires C+ minimum, HELB eligible. Highly competitive. Self-sponsored (Module II): Higher fees (KSh 60,000–200,000/year), apply directly to university, slightly lower grade requirements, some HELB eligible. Both pathways lead to the same degree with the same value to employers.

WhatsApp our human advisors at 0742 868 209. Available Monday–Saturday, 8AM–8PM EAT. We help with course selection strategy, KUCCPS applications, HELB queries, scholarship applications, and career guidance. Completely free service.

The KUCCPS system has 15 main clusters: 1-Law, 2-Business & Hospitality, 3-Social Sciences & Arts, 4-Geosciences, 5-Engineering, 6-Architecture & Construction, 7-Computing & IT, 8-Agribusiness, 9-General Science, 10-Actuarial & Mathematics, 11-Fashion & Design, 12-Sport Science, 13-Medicine & Health, 14-History, 15-Agriculture & Environment. EduPath AI uses all 15 clusters to match you to the right courses.

Find courses you genuinely qualify for