United States International University Africa - USIU vs KCA University vs University of Eldoret vs Kenya Aeronautical College vs Meru University of Science and Technology

Side-by-side comparison from 177 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: University of Eldoret (4.80)
United States International University Africa - USIU: wins 0/6 categories
KCA University: wins 0/6 categories
University of Eldoret: wins 1/6 categories
Kenya Aeronautical College: wins 5/6 categories
Meru University of Science and Technology: wins 0/6 categories
Multimedia University of Kenya - mmu: wins 0/6 categories
Pioneer International University - PIU: wins 0/6 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Journalism
Nairobi, Kenya
4.50
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70 reviews
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Best programme: Information Technology
4.80
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Best programme: Applied Statistics and Programming
Best programme: Aviation Law and Professional Pilot License
Best programme: Accounting
Best programme: Business Information Technology
Best programme: BA International Relations and Diplomacy
Category ratings
Facilities
4.71
4.34
4.41
5.00
Win
4.17
3.85
4.50
Location
4.43
4.47
4.71
5.00
Win
4.09
4.52
3.00
Professors
4.50
4.49
4.39
5.00
4.00
4.14
5.00
Internationality
4.72
4.26
4.28
5.00
Win
3.33
3.50
4.00
Student life
4.72
4.45
4.53
5.00
Win
4.00
4.26
3.50
Value
4.54
4.60
4.67
Win
4.00
4.25
4.29
4.50
Accommodation
4.33
3.63
4.31
5.00
Win
4.08
3.59
3.50
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Practical, real-world learning experiences
  • +Supportive and approachable faculty
  • +Diverse and enriching student community
  • +Knowledgeable, approachable lecturers and practical, well-structured programs
  • +Quality education with a focus on career-oriented and technical skills
  • +Supportive environment and value for money
  • +Supportive and devoted lecturers
  • +Opportunities for innovation and career growth
  • +Positive campus environment and diverse student body
  • +Extensive aviation course selection
  • +Supportive, experienced instructors
  • +Hands-on practical training opportunities
  • +Modern, practical learning facilities and equipment
  • +Supportive, knowledgeable, and approachable lecturers
  • +Emphasis on academic excellence and student well-being
  • +Modern facilities and hands-on learning
  • +Supportive and passionate staff
  • +Vibrant and friendly student community
  • +Accessible faculty and personalized learning
  • +Practical, hands-on education
  • +Supportive and collaborative environment
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues are a significant source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are a recurring complaint.
  • -Poor communication and a lack of transparency exacerbate existing problems.
  • -Administrative & management issues are a significant source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment create inconvenience.
  • -Lack of engagement and poorly structured teaching methods are a recurring problem.
  • -Administrative & management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources are a significant drawback.
  • -Course content is perceived as irrelevant or poorly delivered.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are a recurring complaint.
  • -Course content is perceived as irrelevant or not aligned with current industry needs.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources are a problem.
  • -Ineffective teaching and poor curriculum design are disliked.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant inconvenience.
  • -Office inaccessibility and lack of clear service standards frustrate students.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -Unsupportive or unavailable instructors negatively impact student experience.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution garners impressive scores across various aspects, with Facilities, Student Life, and Internationality all achieving near-perfect ratings of 4.7. Professors and Value also stand out with scores above 4.5. The weakest area, though still solid, is Accomodation, with a rating of 4.33.

This institution garners excellent marks in several key areas, with Value standing out at an impressive 4.6. Professors (4.49), Location (4.47), and Student Life (4.45) also received very strong endorsements. Facilities (4.34) and Internationality (4.26) are rated positively as well. The weakest area, Accommodation, sits at 3.63, indicating room for improvement in that domain.

This institution receives particularly high marks for its **location** (4.71) and **value** (4.67), indicating these are key strengths. **Student life** also scores well at 4.53. The **facilities** (4.41), **professors** (4.39), and **accommodation** (4.31) are all rated positively. The area with the lowest score, though still respectable, is **internationality** (4.28).

This institution garners near-perfect scores in almost every aspect, with facilities, professors, location, student life, accommodation, and internationality all receiving a top rating of 5. The only slight dip is observed in value, which is rated a solid 4. Overall, this indicates an outstanding university experience with exceptional strengths across the board.

This university demonstrates notable strengths in several key areas. The highest marks are for Value, closely followed by Facilities. Student Life and Accomodation also receive solid ratings. However, Internationality stands out as the weakest aspect, scoring considerably lower than other categories. The university's Location and Professors are rated well.

This university presents a strong profile, particularly excelling in its **Location**, which received the highest rating. **Student Life** and **Value** also stand out with high scores. Conversely, **Internationality** and **Accomodation** appear to be areas with room for improvement, indicated by their lower ratings compared to other aspects of the university experience. Professors and Facilities are rated moderately well.

An overall strong performance is evident, with the university excelling in **Professors (5/5)** and **Facilities (4.5/5)**, and offering excellent **Value (4.5/5)**. Areas that appear less developed include **Location (3/5)** and **Student Life (3.5/5)**, which received moderate ratings. Internationality also scored well at 4/5.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Nearly all (nearly 100%) of 46 reviews are positive, highlighting strong academics, practical learning, and a supportive environment. No negative feedback was recorded.

With an average rating of 4.53/5 from 70 reviews, ~93% of students praise quality education, practical learning, and supportive lecturers. No negative reviews were recorded.

With an average rating of 4.78/5, approximately 100% of reviews are positive. Students praise brilliant, supportive lecturers and a great environment, though some mention limited resources like internet and computers, and the cold weather.

With a single review and an average rating of 4/5, ~100% of feedback is positive. Students highlight the variety of aviation courses and experienced, supportive instructors.

University reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with ~92% rating it 4-5 stars and an average of 4.5/5. Students praise academic excellence, practical preparation, modern facilities, and approachable lecturers. No negative feedback was provided.

With a ~74% positive sentiment, reviewers praise well-equipped facilities and hands-on learning in media and technology. A small percentage noted minor service inconveniences.

With an average rating of 4.5/5, 100% of feedback is positive. Students praise small class sizes, accessible faculty, and a supportive, hands-on learning environment. The university offers diverse courses and good campus maintenance.

Rating distribution
5★
61%
63%
78%
0%
58%
36%
50%
4★
37%
27%
22%
100%
33%
43%
50%
3★
2%
10%
0%
0%
8%
18%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
4%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
USIU TIMES

If I had to rate USIU I would rate it 8/10. my experience so far has been good overall. What I enjoy most is the classroom interactions with the class and the lecturer. I also like the diversity of religions, cultures, and overall personalities. Some of my dislikes are they don't have a vast variety of food at the University. I would gladly recommend it.

My university

I joined this university, not because it offers a high education but because of its conducive environment and supportive lecturers and professors. You can find people with different cultural backgrounds, which makes the university inclusive. One problem that the university shares with most universities in Nairobi, is the lack of ergonomic chairs in ICT rooms and the library.

School as a flame of knowledge.

It is a good place to learn and fully explore your career. What I like is the commitment of the staff to make the school a better place. And what I dislike is the cold weather that makes school experience bad ,at times. I recommend that the school to have enough infrastructure for the well being of the students especially the lecture hall seats.

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MY UNIVERSITY EXPERIENCE

I joined university with a lot of expectations, probably because of the stories told. Not everything turned out as I expected but so far I have had an awesome experience, my interaction with other students has opened my mind greatly.I've learnt to relate well with other people and to accommodate everyone,because we're all different. What stood out for me,is being an independent person,being responsible for my own actions.Campus has a lot of peer pressure and it takes a lot of self control to not go with the wave.

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