Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology - JKUAT vs KCA University vs Kenya Methodist University - KeMU vs Laikipia University vs Management University of Africa

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Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Graffins College (5.00)
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology - JKUAT: wins 0/6 categories
KCA University: wins 0/6 categories
Kenya Methodist University - KeMU: wins 0/6 categories
Laikipia University: wins 0/6 categories
Management University of Africa: wins 0/6 categories
Sigma Academy: wins 0/6 categories
Graffins College: wins 6/6 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Actuarial Mathematics
Nairobi, Kenya
4.50
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Best programme: Information Technology
Best programme: Business Administration in Management
Best programme: Agriculture
Best programme: Development Studies
Nairobi, Kenya
Not rated
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Nairobi, Kenya
5.00
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Best programme: Software Development
Category ratings
Facilities
4.04
4.32
4.40
3.20
4.00
Not rated
5.00
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Location
4.46
4.46
4.75
4.00
5.00
Not rated
5.00
Professors
4.32
4.49
4.53
4.20
4.33
Not rated
5.00
Win
Internationality
3.95
4.25
4.24
2.80
3.67
Not rated
5.00
Win
Student life
4.27
4.44
4.56
3.40
3.33
Not rated
5.00
Win
Value
4.35
4.61
4.76
4.00
4.33
Not rated
5.00
Win
Accommodation
3.68
3.65
4.40
2.75
3.33
Not rated
5.00
Win
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Strong STEM, agriculture, and technology programmes
  • +Supportive academic environment and practical learning
  • +Positive student experience and sense of community
  • +Practical and well-structured programs with supportive, knowledgeable lecturers
  • +Quality education and career-oriented focus
  • +Positive campus environment for collaboration and personal development
  • +Supportive and knowledgeable lecturers
  • +Welcoming community and engaging learning environment
  • +Good facilities and accessible location
  • +Practical learning and quality education in key programs
  • +Conducive, serene, and quiet learning environment
  • +Welcoming and helpful staff
  • +Engaging faculty and supportive staff
  • +Opportunities for strong student-staff and peer interaction
  • +Dynamic and diverse learning environment

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  • +Practical and engaging teaching methods
  • +Friendly and supportive facilitators
Cons
  • -Lack of faculty support and guidance.
  • -Repetitive or theoretical coursework.
  • -Issues with program management and limited career prospects.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Facilities are outdated and poorly maintained.
  • -Course content and teaching methods are not engaging or relevant.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor upkeep are a recurring problem.
  • -Lack of resources and support hinder academic progress.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of resources negatively impact learning.
  • -Poor communication and unclear expectations lead to dissatisfaction.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance.
  • -Ineffective teaching and outdated curriculum.
  • -Administrative and management issues causing frustration.

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  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are disappointing.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support is a recurring problem.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution garners notable strengths in its **Location**, **Professors**, and **Value**, all receiving high marks. Student life and facilities are also well-regarded. The **Accomodation** category stands out as the weakest area, with a comparatively lower rating. Internationality is rated moderately well. Overall, the university presents a strong academic and environmental offering, with room for improvement in housing.

This university excels in several key areas, with particularly high marks for Value (4.61), Professors (4.49), and Location (4.46). Student Life and Internationality also received strong scores, indicating a vibrant and diverse campus experience. Conversely, Accomodation stands out as the weakest area, receiving a considerably lower rating of 3.65.

This institution garners strong feedback across its offerings, with an exceptional score for Location and Value. Professors also received high marks. Conversely, Internationality is its relatively weakest area, though still rated well. Facilities, Student Life, and Accomodation all achieved solid, consistent scores, indicating a well-rounded university experience.

This institution demonstrates significant strengths in its academic offerings and overall value, with particularly high ratings for Professors (4.2) and Value (4). Conversely, the university faces challenges in its Accommodation (2.75) and Internationality (2.8) scores, indicating areas for potential improvement to enhance the student experience. Other aspects like Facilities and Student Life are rated moderately.

This institution receives high marks for its outstanding location, earning a perfect score. Professors and overall value are also strong points, both rated at 4.33. Facilities are well-regarded at 4. Student life and accommodation, however, are areas for potential improvement, scoring 3.33. Internationality is rated moderately at 3.67.

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This institution garners excellent scores across the board. All aspects, from its impressive facilities and highly-rated professors to its vibrant student life and advantageous location, received a perfect 5. Accommodation and internationality were also rated exceptionally well, as was the overall value proposition. This indicates a consistently outstanding experience for students.

Reviews summary
Highlights

With an average rating of 4.38/5 based on 146 reviews, ~92% of students highlight strong academic programs and a supportive learning environment. A small minority (~2%) mentioned occasional administrative or faculty support challenges.

With ~93% positive reviews, students praise the university for its rewarding academic programs, well-structured curriculum, and supportive, knowledgeable lecturers. Practical learning and a collaborative campus environment are frequently highlighted.

Students highly praise the university, citing knowledgeable and engaging lecturers, a strong sense of community, and supportive facilities as key strengths. The academic environment is described as rigorous yet welcoming.

With an average rating of 4.4/5, ~80% of reviews are positive. Students praise the quality education, practical learning, and dedicated faculty, especially in Agriculture, Education, and Business Studies. The serene learning environment and well-equipped facilities are also highlighted.

With an average rating of 4/5, ~67% of reviews are positive, highlighting a dynamic learning environment and supportive faculty interactions. No negative feedback was received.

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With a single review, this university garners a perfect 5/5 rating. The positive feedback (~100%) highlights engaging practical learning and friendly, approachable facilitators. No negative feedback was received.

Rating distribution
5★
52%
63%
47%
60%
33%
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100%
4★
36%
27%
53%
20%
33%
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3★
10%
10%
0%
20%
33%
0%
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2★
2%
0%
0%
0%
0%
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1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
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Most useful review
Most liked
Hands-On and Practical Learning

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology is one of the best universities in Kenya, as a personal opinion and one that is recommended nationally. I went there first because it was a few kilometres away from home and I wanted the experience of living alone and generally to feel like an adult. It was home away from home, that I even stayed one year later even after graduation. The lecturers were quite tough which was a good thing because I almost didn't graduate because I had missed a few classes. All my practical units that required extra coursework outside class always had the lecturers in attendance even when they didn't have to. My lecturers were very friendly and very practical on what the course I did would translate to once I finished. The security was very good especially for a single female young lady miles away from home. There was plenty of room to study, from parks all around the university, the student centre and the library. You could also easily access help from the administration and get to the staff offices for extra help from our lectures without going through loops. I loved it there and yes, I would recommend it to a family or friend, depending on the course they plan to do. I was an introvert in campus but I remember trying things like rollball, table tennis, pool, drama which are available and active even till date.

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.

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University and Friendships

The college experience for me was the greatest platform to create friendships with not only fellow student but with professors too. The university staff was intentional in interacting with students, in class and outside class. The university organized events that made these interactions possible and easy. This was one of the best things in my campus life

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