Tangaza University, a constituent college of the Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA), stands as a beacon of faith-based education in Nairobi, Kenya. Established in 1986, it embodies the motto Teaching Minds, Touching Hearts, Transforming Lives through its diverse academic programs rooted in Christian values. Located along Langata South Road, Tangaza offers certificate, diploma, bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD programs across its School of Theology, School of Arts and Social Sciences, and various institutes, including the Institute of Youth Studies (IYS), Institute of Social Communication (ISC), Institute of Social Transformation (IST), and Centre for Leadership and Management (CLM). This comprehensive guide details the fees structure for all programs for the 2025-2026 academic year, alongside contact information, admission requirements, and insights into the university’s offerings, optimized for parents, students, and stakeholders seeking a holistic education in Kenya.
Why Choose Tangaza University?
Tangaza University is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, spiritual growth, and social transformation. As a Catholic institution, it integrates faith-based values with rigorous academic training, preparing students for leadership in diverse fields. Key reasons to choose Tangaza include:
- Faith-Based Education: Programs emphasize Christian ethics, fostering compassionate and ethical leaders.
- Diverse Academic Offerings: From theology and social communication to youth studies and leadership, Tangaza caters to varied career paths.
- Modern Facilities: Includes computer labs, science labs, a media production studio, and a library.
- Vibrant Community: Over 600 students from diverse backgrounds engage in clubs like Justice and Peace, Environmental/Wildlife, and Band, fostering holistic development.
- Accreditation: Affiliated with CUEA and accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE), ensuring globally recognized qualifications.
This article provides a detailed breakdown of the fees for all programs, payment policies, and additional costs, ensuring prospective students and parents can make informed decisions.
Tangaza University Fees Structure
Tangaza University’s fees structure varies by program, academic level, and student status (member or non-member of religious congregations). Fees are charged per semester or trimester, with additional costs for registration, lab fees, and graduation. Below is a comprehensive overview of the fees for certificate, diploma, bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD programs for the 2025-2026 academic year, based on the latest available data.
Bachelor’s Degree Programs
School of Theology – Bachelor of Arts in Theology (BATh)
| Item | Member (KSh) | Non-Member (KSh) |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee (one-time) | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| Semester 1-7 (Flat Rate per Semester) | 78,480 | 109,000 |
| Semester 8 (Comprehensive Exam) | 39,600 | 55,000 |
| BA Completion | 77,600 | 77,600 |
| Graduation Fee | 10,000 | 10,000 |
| Tuition per Semester (Sem 1-6) | 73,730–85,025 | 73,080–100,200 |
| Courses in Semester 8 (per Credit) | 3,960 | 5,500 |
| Lab Fee (per Semester) | 4,900–9,200 | 4,900–9,200 |
Institute of Social Communication – Bachelor of Arts in Social Communication
| Item | Member (KSh) | Non-Member (KSh) |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee (one-time) | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| Tuition per Semester (Full-Time) | 71,640 | 99,500 |
| Tuition per Semester (Evening Class) | 47,880 | 66,500 |
| Graduation Fee | 10,000 | 10,000 |
| Lab Fee (per Semester) | 5,000 (for production courses) | 5,000 (for production courses) |
| Caution Fee (one-time, refundable) | 10,000 (for production courses) | 10,000 (for production courses) |
Institute of Youth Studies – Bachelor of Arts in Youth Ministry, Child & Youth Studies
| Item | Member (KSh) | Non-Member (KSh) |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee (one-time) | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| Tuition per Semester | 71,640 | 99,500 |
| Graduation Fee | 10,000 | 10,000 |
Centre for Leadership and Management – Bachelor of Arts in Leadership and Management
| Item | Member (KSh) | Non-Member (KSh) |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee (one-time) | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| Tuition per Semester | 102,400–114,200 | 101,500–114,200 |
| Lab Fee (per Semester) | 4,900–9,200 | 4,900–9,200 |
| Caution Fee (one-time, refundable) | 6,000 | 6,000 |
| Practicum Fee | 6,000 | 6,000 |
| Graduation Fee | 10,000 | 10,000 |
Institute of Social Transformation – Bachelor of Arts in Social Ministry, Sustainable Human Development
| Item | Member (KSh) | Non-Member (KSh) |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee (one-time) | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| Tuition per Semester | 71,640 | 99,500 |
| DSED (Distance Learning, per Trimester) | 37,800 | 37,800 |
| Graduation Fee | 10,000 | 10,000 |
School of Education – Bachelor of Education (Arts & Science)
| Item | KUCCPS (KSh) | Non-KUCCPS (KSh) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition per Semester (Sem 1-2) | 29,400 | 48,510–69,510 |
| Administration Charges (per Semester) | 16,250 | 16,250 |
| Tuition per Credit (above 24 credits) | 3,400 | 3,400 |
| Teaching Practice | 10,500 | 10,500 |
| Computer Lab Fee (per Trimester, for Computer Education) | 3,200 | 3,200 |
| Science Lab Fee (per Trimester, Biology/Chemistry) | 5,200–8,400 | 5,200–8,400 |
Notes:
- KUCCPS Students: Government-sponsored students pay significantly lower tuition fees (KSh 29,400 per semester) due to subsidies.
- Occasional/Auditing Students: Pay per credit (KSh 3,300 for 1 unit, up to KSh 13,000 for 4 units).
- Additional Charges: Include KSh 350 per year for Group Personal Accident (GPA) cover and KSh 1,000 for Commission of University Education (CUE) for new degree students.
Diploma Programs
| Program | Member (KSh) | Non-Member (KSh) |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Theology (School of Theology) | 78,480 (Sem 1-3) | 109,000 (Sem 1-3) |
| Diploma in Philosophy (School of Theology) | 99,800 (Sem 1), 97,700 (Sem 2-5), 95,600 (Sem 6) | 99,800 (Sem 1), 97,700 (Sem 2-5), 95,600 (Sem 6) |
| Diploma in Social Communication, Youth Studies, Social Ministry, etc. (IST, ISC, IYS, CLM) | 35,800 (per Semester) | 35,800 (per Semester) |
| Upgrading Certificate to Diploma (per Credit Hour) | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Administration Charge (per Semester) | 9,500 | 9,500 |
| Caution Money (Diploma Students) | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Development Fund (Diploma Students) | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| Graduation Fee | 7,500 | 7,500 |
Additional Charges for Specific Diplomas:
- Social Communication (ISC): Media House Visitation (KSh 10,500), Attachment (KSh 26,500), Maintenance & Equipment Fees (KSh 5,000 per semester).
- Education (SOE): Computer Lab Fee (KSh 3,200 per trimester), Science Lab Fee (KSh 5,200–8,400 per trimester).
Certificate Programs
| Program | Member (KSh) | Non-Member (KSh) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition per Semester (IST, ISC, IYS, CLM) | 35,800 | 35,800 |
| Certificate in Music (IYS) | 21,000 | 21,000 |
| Administration Charge (per Semester) | 9,500 | 9,500 |
| Application Fee | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Graduation Fee | 5,000 | 5,000 |
Master’s Degree Programs
School of Theology – MA in Theology / Master of Pastoral Ministry (MPM)
| Item | Member (KSh) | Non-Member (KSh) |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| Tuition per Trimester | 74,600 | 74,600 |
| Flat Rate per Semester | 81,220–94,225 | 81,220–94,225 |
| Course Fee (incl. Comprehensive) | 63,000 | 63,000 |
| Extra Units (per Credit) | 4,540 | 6,300 |
| Graduation Fee | 15,000 | 15,000 |
| Caution Fee | 6,000 | 6,000 |
| Practicum Fee | 6,000 | 6,000 |
Note: KSh 25,000 one-off fee for students not completing within two years.
Institute of Social Transformation – MA in Social Ministry, Sustainable Human Development
| Item | Member (KSh) | Non-Member (KSh) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition per Semester (Sem 1-4) | 125,000 | 125,000 |
| Administration Fee (Sem 1) | 15,000 | 15,000 |
| Graduation Fee (Sem 4) | 15,000 | 15,000 |
Centre for Leadership and Management – MBA
| Item | Member (KSh) | Non-Member (KSh) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition per Semester (Sem 1) | 147,000 | 147,000 |
| Tuition per Semester (Sem 2) | 126,000 | 126,000 |
| Tuition per Semester (Sem 3) | 115,500 | 115,500 |
| Tuition per Semester (Sem 4) | 52,500 | 52,500 |
| Orientation Fee | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| Administration Fee | 10,000 | 10,000 |
| Graduation Fee | 15,000 | 15,000 |
| Student ID | 500 | 500 |
Institute of Spirituality and Religious Formation – MA in Leadership and Administration
| Item | Tuition (KSh) | Other Charges (KSh) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition per Semester | 105,000 | – |
| Administration Charge | – | 10,500 |
| Orientation Fee | – | 5,000 |
| Total per Semester | 120,500 (Sem 1), 105,000 (Sem 2-4) | – |
PhD Programs
Institute of Social Transformation – PhD in Social Transformation
| Item | Year 1 (KSh) | Year 2 (KSh) | Year 3 (KSh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 151,200 | 100,800 | 73,500 |
| Semester 2 | 151,200 | 87,200 | 73,500 |
| Semester 3 | 100,800 | 87,200 | 157,500 |
| Administration Fee | 22,100 (Sem 1, 3) | 22,100 (Sem 1) | 20,000 (Sem 3) |
| Graduation Fee | – | – | 20,000 |
Note: KSh 50,000 per trimester for students not completing within three years.
Additional Charges Across Programs
- Application Fees: Certificate (KSh 500), Diploma/Bachelor’s (KSh 1,000), Master’s/MBA (KSh 2,000), PhD (KSh 3,000). Non-refundable.
- Supplementary Examination: KSh 1,000 per unit.
- Examination Re-mark: KSh 1,500.
- Hire of Gown: KSh 1,000.
- Alumni Fee: KSh 1,000 (Master’s students).
- Thesis Supervision (Master’s/PhD): KSh 42,000.
- Thesis Submission (Master’s/PhD): KSh 94,500.
- IYS Counselling Psychology: Personal therapy charges (minimum KSh 25,000, not included in fees).
- Annual Fee Review: Tangaza reserves the right to increase fees by 3-5% annually.
Payment Policies
- Payment Deadlines: Fees are payable by the end of the second week of the semester. Late payments may incur penalties or restrict access to classes and exams.
- HELB Loans: Students are encouraged to apply for Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) funding. Non-applicants must cover the full tuition (e.g., KSh 8,000 for KUCCPS students).
- Payment Methods: Banker’s cheques, electronic transfers, or M-PESA (details available from the Finance Office). Cash and personal cheques are not accepted.
- Non-Refundable Fees: Application, orientation, and registration fees are non-refundable unless specified.
- Withdrawal Policy: Students withdrawing mid-semester are not eligible for pro-rata refunds for tuition or hostel fees.
Contact Information
For inquiries about fees, admissions, or programs, contact Tangaza University:
- Address: P.O. Box 15055 – 00509, Langata South Road, Nairobi, Kenya
- General Inquiries: +254 722 204 724, +254 733 685 059, +254 714 610 777
- Email: inquiries@tangaza.ac.ke
- School of Theology: sotadmin@tangaza.ac.ke, +254 720 298 391
- Institute of Social Communication: directorisc@tangaza.ac.ke, iscadmissions@tangaza.ac.ke, +254 714 610 777
- Centre for Leadership and Management: depaul@tangaza.org, +254 732 817 000
- Institute of Youth Studies: ctieadmissions@tangaza.org, +254 732 397 165
- Website: www.tangaza.ac.ke
- Social Media: Facebook (facebook.com/tangazasot, facebook.com/communicationtangaza), Twitter (@sot_tangaza, @ctieTangazaUni)
Academic Programs and Structure
Tangaza University offers programs across its schools and institutes, tailored to diverse career paths:
- School of Theology:
- Bachelor’s: Bachelor of Arts in Theology (BATh), Baccalaureate in Sacred Theology (STB).
- Diploma: Diploma in Theology, Philosophy.
- Master’s/PhD: MA in Theology, Master of Pastoral Ministry, PhD in Theology.
- Focus: Biblical Studies, Systematic Theology, Christian Mission.
- Institute of Social Communication (ISC):
- Bachelor’s: BA in Social Communication.
- Diploma/Certificate: Social Communication, Media Production.
- Focus: Media production, journalism, and communication skills.
- Institute of Youth Studies (IYS):
- Bachelor’s: BA in Youth Ministry, Child & Youth Studies.
- Diploma/Certificate: Youth Studies, Counselling Psychology.
- Focus: Youth development, counseling, and catechetics.
- Centre for Leadership and Management (CLM):
- Bachelor’s: BA in Leadership and Management.
- Master’s: MBA, MA in Leadership and Administration.
- Focus: Ethical leadership, business management.
- Institute of Social Transformation (IST):
- Bachelor’s: BA in Social Ministry, Sustainable Human Development.
- Master’s/PhD: MA/PhD in Social Transformation.
- Diploma/Certificate: Social Ministry, Human Development, Justice and Peace.
- School of Education:
- Bachelor’s: Bachelor of Education (Arts & Science).
- Diploma/Certificate: Early Childhood Education, Educational Guidance.
- Focus: Teacher training, educational leadership.
Delivery Modes:
- Full-time, part-time, evening classes, and distance learning (e.g., DSED program).
- Occasional students can take up to 12 credits per semester at reduced rates.
Admission Requirements
- Certificate: Minimum KCSE grade of D+ or equivalent.
- Diploma: KCSE C- or certificate in a relevant field.
- Bachelor’s: KCSE C+ or equivalent, with C+ in relevant subjects.
- Master’s: Bachelor’s degree with Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent.
- PhD: Relevant Master’s degree with Merit from a recognized institution.
- Application Process: Submit forms online (www.tangaza.ac.ke) or at the administration block, with non-refundable fees (KSh 500–3,000).
Facilities and Student Life
Tangaza’s campus in Langata offers:
- Academic Facilities: Computer and science labs, media production studio, library.
- Student Activities: Clubs (Justice and Peace, Environmental/Wildlife, Band, Karate), workshops, and conferences.
- Accommodation: Limited on-campus housing; students are advised to arrange off-campus lodging.
- Support Services: Counseling, career guidance, and spiritual mentorship.
Why Tangaza’s Fees Are a Worthwhile Investment
Tangaza’s fees, ranging from KSh 21,000 (Certificate in Music) to KSh 157,500 (PhD, Semester 3), reflect its commitment to quality education rooted in Christian values. Key benefits include:
- Affordable Options: KUCCPS students pay as low as KSh 29,400 per semester for Bachelor’s programs.
- Faith-Based Learning: Integrates spiritual and ethical development, ideal for those pursuing ministry or social impact careers.
- Global Recognition: Affiliation with CUEA ensures internationally recognized qualifications.
- Flexible Learning: Full-time, part-time, and distance learning options cater to diverse needs.
Tangaza University remains a premier choice for students seeking a faith-based, holistic education in Kenya. Its comprehensive programs, modern facilities, and commitment to social transformation make it an ideal institution for aspiring leaders, educators, and ministers. For more details, visit www.tangaza.ac.ke or contact the university’s admissions office.
