Tharaka University runs three intakes per year:

• September: July 1 – August 15
• January: November 1 – December 15
• May: March 1 – April 15

Always confirm current dates on the admissions portal because deadlines may shift.

Late applications are not guaranteed. Contact the Directorate of Marketing and Admissions to confirm whether late submission is possible for your programme.

Email: admissions@tharaka.ac.ke

Phone: +254 745 838 353

Yes. Deferral is possible in certain circumstances. Submit a formal deferral request to the Admissions Office before the semester begins.

Approval is not automatic and is subject to programme availability.

1. Go to the admissions portal.
2. Create an account.
3. Complete the application form.
4. Upload required documents.
5. Pay the application fee through E-Citizen.
6. Track your application under "My Applications".

• Certificate programmes: KES 1,000
• Diploma and Degree programmes: KES 2,000

Payment is made through E-Citizen after submitting the online application.

• KCSE certificate or result slip
• National ID or birth certificate
• Passport-size photograph
• KUCCPS placement letter where applicable

Log into the admissions portal using your KCSE index number. Download your admission documents, confirm your fee requirements and complete the joining process.

• Regular / Full-time
• Part-time
• School Based
• Open Distance and e-Learning (ODeL)

• Certificate
• Diploma
• Bachelor's Degree
• Postgraduate Diploma
• Master's Degree
• PhD

• Physical Sciences, Engineering and Technology
• Life Sciences and Natural Resources
• Business Studies
• Humanities and Social Sciences
• Education
• Law
• Health Sciences

Yes. Tharaka University has an accredited School of Law located at the Tuition Complex on the Main Campus.

Cut-off points vary by programme and intake. Check the latest requirements on the admissions portal or contact the Admissions Office.

Yes. Postgraduate programmes include areas such as Education, Project Management, Business Management and Computer Science, among others.

Yes. The University offers professional development courses covering areas such as networking, cybersecurity, programming, IoT, data science and global certification preparation.

Fees are determined by the University Council and Senate and may change according to prevailing circumstances.

Always check the latest official fee structure and consult Student Finance if there are discrepancies.

Yes. Tharaka University allows fee payment in instalments within a semester. A minimum deposit is required before registration.

Contact Finance to confirm the minimum amount and instalment schedule.

Late payment may result in suspension of access to the student portal, LMS and examination results. Persistent non-payment may lead to deregistration.

Depending on the programme and mode of study, additional charges may include:

• Registration fee
• Caution/deposit fee
• Examination fee
• ICT/library levy

Payments should be made through official University payment channels, including the student portal.

Never make payments to an individual.

Yes. Financial support may include:

• Bursaries
• Scholarships
• Work-study programmes
• HELB loans
• Government funding
• Emergency support
• Special needs support

Apply through the relevant Financial Aid Office and submit the required supporting documents.

HELB applications are handled separately through the official HELB portal.

ODeL stands for Open, Distance and e-Learning. It allows students to study without attending traditional physical classes.

ODeL learners receive accredited qualifications, and the certificate does not indicate the mode of study.

Certain assessments and examinations may require physical attendance at a designated examination centre.

Check the examination schedule communicated through the LMS and student portal.

Yes. The Tharaka University LMS is mobile-accessible.

• Attend virtual classes
• Download learning materials
• Join discussion forums
• Submit assignments

Students access course materials through the LMS. Live classes are delivered through KENET Web Conference, while recorded sessions are available for playback.

ODeL programmes include undergraduate, postgraduate and professional programmes in Education, Business and Economics, Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Information Technology.

Email the ODeL Directorate or use the "Request ODeL Support" option on the LMS.

elearning@tharaka.ac.ke

• View results
• Pay fees
• Download admission letters
• Download academic documents
• Access academic records

Use the "Reset Password" option on the portal login page.

If the reset email does not arrive within 10 minutes, check your spam folder.

If you still cannot access the portal, contact ICT Support.

Results are published under My Results on the student portal.

Course materials, recordings, assignments and class schedules are available through the Tharaka University LMS.

Contact the Financial Aid Office or Dean of Students Office for emergency support and bursary assistance.

Yes. Confidential counselling is available through the Dean of Students Office and Health Services.

• Outpatient care
• Pharmacy
• Emergency care
• Counselling
• Preventive care
• Medical referrals
• Emergency support

Career Services assists students with:

• CV writing
• Cover letters
• Interview preparation
• Internship placement
• Career fairs
• Entrepreneurship support

Yes. The library provides e-resources, e-books, research papers, past papers and subscribed academic databases.

Only trust information from official University sources:

1. Official University website: tharaka.ac.ke
2. Official admissions portal
3. Student portal
4. Learning Management System
5. Official emails ending in @tharaka.ac.ke
6. Official University social media pages

If in doubt, contact the University directly.

• Facebook: Tharaka University
• X: @TharakaUni
• Instagram: @tharakauni
• LinkedIn: Tharaka University
• YouTube: Tharaka University [Official]
• Tharaka Radio: 98.8 FM