Why University Fees Structure is Different for Similar Courses
Following the Kenya university and colleges placement service Kuccps placement of students, every university in Kenya will now have the authority to determine the tuition fees structure for their degree programs hence the disparity .
Determination of fees payment per course is part of a new funding formula introduced by the government.
The change in the funding model for university is meant to enhance the efficiency of these institutions.
According to Dr. Mercy Wahome, CEO of the Kenya University and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS), the cost of education varies among universities as a result of a number of factors which include;
- Living expenses in different locations
- The number of students
- The faculty / course requirements.
In this case , it means that some courses with higher student enrollment always tend to be more cost-effective since the expenses are distributed among a larger group.
While giving her explanation, Wahome gave Kisii University as an example where lower fees attracted a significant number of students.
While giving emphasis on the importance of university independence in setting fees, mr. Geoffrey Monari CEO of University Fund, indicated that the autonomy will enable universities to plan effectively to support their operations.
With the new institution funding model,some of the degree programs like Medicine, Dental Surgery, Pharmacy, and Engineering as well as traditionally favored by high-performing students are likely to be the most expensive
New funding model for institutions.also affects private universities since those students planning to enroll in these institutions will not be eligible for government scholarships.
Currently as it stands,the cost cost of education varies widely since this depends depending on the chosen program and the university attended.
University fees ranges from Sh130,000 to Sh367,000 for different courses offered in various institutions.
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Why University Fees Structure is Different for Similar Courses