Maasai Mara is one of Kenya’s public universities, ranking 35th among all universities in Kenya according to the 2026 UNIRANKS University Rankings. For those looking to join Maasai Mara University, as essential as it is to get to know the courses offered by the university, you must also get to know their respective fee structures. The university offers a range of courses, including certificates and diplomas. Undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD levels all have different fee structures. In this article, you will learn about the Maasai Mara University fee structure updated for the 2025/2026 academic year.
The Maasai Mara University is located in Narok County. It was established in 2008 as Narok University College and officially granted its charter by the Kenyan government in 2013.
MMU Fee Structure for Government-Sponsored Students
When the Maasai Mara admits you as a government-sponsored student, it means you previously applied to the institution via the KUCCPS portal and were successfully placed in a program. This also means that the amount you will be paying for that particular program will be much cheaper compared to students who have joined the university by making direct applications.
Government-sponsored students at Maasai Mara University have a much lower fee structure due to Kenyan government subsidies, particularly since the introduction of the Higher Education Funding (HEF) model in 2023. Under this model, the government has categorized students into 5 Bands depending on their needs, and the government provides a certain percentage of the fee as provided by the university, while leaving out the rest of the remaining percentage for you to cover upon application.
| Band | Category | Government Scholarship | Loan | Family Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Extremely needy, vulnerable, orphans, disabled, social protection beneficiaries | 70% | 25% | 5% |
| 2 | Low-income students (families struggling to meet basic needs) | 60% | 30% | 10% |
| 3 | Modest income families (Ksh 23,670 – Ksh 70,000) | 50% | 30% | 20% |
| 4 | Middle-income families (Ksh 70,000 – Ksh 120,000) | 40% | 30% | 30% |
| 5 | High-income families (more than Ksh 120,000) | 0% | 30% | 40% |
For the 2025/2026 academic year, before the government covers anything, below are various fee structures:
FEES-STRUCTURE-2023The fees vary depending on the course category, ranging from Ksh 122,400 to Ksh 306,000 per year. Government-sponsored students receive subsidies based on their household income band allocation.
Maasai Mara University (MMU) Self-Sponsored Students
Self-sponsored students are those who have applied to join Maasai Mara University through its official admission portal. Typically, this category of students pays higher fees than those who joined the university through the KUCCPS portal. Their fee structure is attached in the PDF below:
Revised_fee_structureCourses Offered at Maasai Mara University
Maasai Mara University offers postgraduate, undergraduate, and diploma-level academic programs distributed in five different schools, namely:
School of arts, Social Sciences, and Creative Industries
- Doctor of Philosophy in Linguistics
- Doctor of Philosophy in Kiswahili
- Doctor of Philosophy in Literature
- Master of Social Work
- Master of Arts in Philosophy
- Master of Arts in Kiswahili
- Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Penology
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Public Administration
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
- Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration
- Bachelor of Arts in Cultural Studies
- Bachelor of Arts in Community Development
- Bachelor of Arts in Social Work
- Bachelor of Arts in Religion
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Public Relations
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Journalism
- Bachelor of Arts in Kiswahili and Media Studies
- Bachelor of Arts in Literature, Theatre and Film
- Bachelor of Arts in History
- Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
- Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
- Bachelor of Arts in Language and Communication
- Diploma in Public Administration
- Diploma in Criminology
- Diploma in Social Work
- Diploma in Community Development
- Certificate in Social Work
- Certificate in Community Development
- Certificate in Criminology
School of natural resources, environmental studies and Agriculture
- Ph.D. in Land Resource Management
- Ph.D. in Environmental Planning and Management
- Master of Science in Environmental Science
- Master of Arts in Geography
- Master of Environmental Planning and Management
- Master of Science in Land Resource Management
- Bachelor of Environmental Studies (Earth Sciences)
- Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning
- Bachelor of Arts in Geography
- Bachelor of Environmental Management
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies
- Bachelor of Environmental Studies (Biology and Health)
- Bachelor of Science in Forestry Ecosystem Management
- Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Resource Management
- Bachelor of Science in Forestry
- Bachelor of Science in Animal Health and Production
- Bachelor of Science in Leather Production and Processing
- Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
- Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Biotechnology
School of tourism and hospitality
- Bachelor of Tourism Management
- Bachelor of Hotels and Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Science in Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Management
- Bachelor of Tours and Travel Management
School of business and economics
- Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration
- Doctor of Philosophy in Economics
- Master of Business Administration
- Master of Science in Human Resource Management
- Master of Science in Agricultural Economics and Resource Management
- Master of Science in Economic Policy Analysis and Management
- Master of Science in Economics and Statistics
- Master of Science in Financial Economics
- Master of Business Management
- Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics and Resource Management
- Bachelor of Science in Economics
- Bachelor of Science in Financial Economics
- Bachelor of Agribusiness Management
- Bachelor of Science in Economics and Statistics
- Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
- Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Science in Project Planning and Management
- Bachelor of Business Management
School of Education
- Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Administration
- Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum Development
- Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Psychology
- Master of Education in Guidance and Counseling
- Master of Education in Educational Administration
- Master of Education in Early Childhood Development
- Master of Education in Philosophy of Education
- Master of Education in Special Needs Education
- Master of Education in Educational Psychology
- Master of Education in Curriculum Instruction and Media
- Master of Education (Executive) in Leadership and Policy Studies
- Bachelor of Education (Arts)
- Bachelor of Education (Science)
- Bachelor of Education (Arts) with Special Needs Education
- Bachelor of Education (Arts) with Guidance and Counseling
- Bachelor of Education (Science) with Special Needs Education
- Bachelor of Education (Science) with Guidance and Counseling
- Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Development Education
- Diploma in Education (Primary option)
- Diploma in Early Childhood Development Education
- Diploma in Education (Arts)
- Diploma in Education (Science)
School of pure and applied sciences
- Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Mathematics
- Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Statistics
- Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry
- Doctor of Philosophy in Physics
- Doctor of Philosophy in Pure Mathematics
- Master of Science in Applied Statistics
- Master of Science in Chemistry
- Master of Science in Physics
- Master of Science in Pure Mathematics
- Master of Science in Applied Mathematics
- Master of Science in Computer Science
- Master of Science in Information Science
- Master of Science in Applied Entomology
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics with Computing
- Bachelor of Science in Information Science
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
- Bachelor of Science in Physics
- Bachelor of Science in Plant Science
- Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
- Bachelor of Science in Zoology
- Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
- Bachelor of Science (General)
- Diploma in Computer Science
- Diploma in Applied Statistics with Computing
- Diploma in Information Science
- Diploma in Chemistry
- Diploma in Physics
- Diploma in Zoology
- Certificate in Computer Science
- Certificate in Applied Statistics with Computing
School of Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Science in Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
How to Apply to Maasai Mara University
Applying to join the University of Nairobi is quite an easy Process so long as you know where to look forward to. It’s simple: what you need to know first is that each course has its own specific eligibility criteria, which are highly recommended that you meet before you apply…You can always check the course or the school for more information on these. However, there are general requirements that apply to everybody, which are as follows:
| Programme Level | Minimum Admission Requirements |
|---|---|
| Certificate Programmes | Minimum mean grade of D+ at KCSE or equivalent qualification. |
| Diploma Programmes (1 Year) | Minimum mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE. |
| Diploma Programmes (2 Years) | Minimum mean grade of C− (Minus) at KCSE. Applicants must also meet specific subject requirements for the chosen programme. |
| Undergraduate Programmes | Minimum mean grade of C+ at KCSE OR Two (2) Principal passes and one (1) Subsidiary pass at A-Level OR A Diploma in a relevant field from a recognized institution. Applicants must also meet specific subject requirements for the chosen programme. |
| Master’s Programmes | Bachelor’s Degree (Second Class Upper Division) in a relevant field from a recognized university OR Bachelor’s Degree (Second Class Lower Division) with at least two (2) years post-qualification work experience OR Bachelor’s Degree (Pass) plus a Postgraduate Diploma in a relevant field. |
| Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programmes | Master’s Degree in a relevant field from a recognized university. |
Application Process
So, as long as you have completed all the admission process requirements, the process becomes even easier: you can choose the physical route, which is straightforward, because Maasai Mara University offers Application forms on its website for different course levels (Apply for Undergraduate Programmes, Apply for Postgraduate Programmes). Download these forms fil them and submit them to the University for admission consideration via the following adress:
Maasai Mara University, Main Campus
P.O. Box 861- 20500
Narok, Kenya
Tel: +254 20 5131400
At the same time, the Application process can also be completed via the online application form, which you can access via the link. However, the Maasai Mara Course application attracts a non-refundable fee of KSh. 500 for Certificate and Diploma courses, Ksh.1,000 for undergraduate programmes, and Ksh. 2,000 for Postgraduate programmes.
How To Pay Maasai Mara University Fees
School fees for Maasai Mara University are not paid via bank accounts or M-Pesa Paybill; they are processed through the eCitizen platform. The university has made it easier for students to pay their course fees through the Jiunge app. Here is how:
- Install the Jiunge app from your mobile app store
- Create an account using your email address and complete the verification
- Navigate to the services section and search for Maasai Mara University
- Select the university and choose the School Fees payment option
- Enter the required amount based on your fee statement
- Choose M-Pesa as your payment method
- Provide your phone number and confirm the transaction details
- Respond to the M-Pesa prompt on your phone by entering your PIN
- Save your digital receipt as proof of payment
Check the PDF below to see how to go through the Jiunge Platform in detail:
Maasai Mara University Contacts
If you need help from the Maasai Mara University for peace of Mind you can easily contact them using the following contacts:
