MBBS in Kenya: Complete Information, Admission process, Visa, Fees and Scope

Introduction: MBBS in Kenya is now becoming a popular destination for students who want a medical degree from abroad. Officially known as the Republic of Kenya, it is a country in the East Africa located at the coastline of the Indian Ocean. The country has the famous savannah, Lakelands, mountain highlands and the Great Rift Valley.

Kenya has seen economic growth through projects like road, water transport and rail. The economy now looks strong if we look at the data of the past two decades. The other sectors where the economy activities are seen are the agriculture, tourism and energy with foreign money also invested in the Kenyan land.

Education system overview, the country has been able to invest substantially in the education infrastructure and its system. It now has some 20 public and 15 private universities which provide quality education in many diverse career paths.

Kenya is also blessed with some quality medical colleges across the globe which caters to both local and international students who wants to become skilled doctors.

Typically the medical education is quite cheap compared to other countries also the living cost is really affordable for international students.

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Why choose MBBS in Kenya?

Education quality standard in the Kenya medical universities are at par to the international education system and the curriculum is upgraded with need and time.

Accommodation and other facilities both in and outside the university campus are in great shape adding to it is the Kenya lifestyle makes it an attractive place to study.

Comparing tuition fees in the Kenya medical universities with other countries, the cost is little less expensive and the quality of education and specializations are almost same. That is why many medical enthusiasts are choosing Kenya as their academic destination.

The place is completely safe for international students, and in fact, they will enjoy their time here.

What is duration of MBBS in Kenya?

The typical MBBS (medical program) program lasts for almost 6 years in Kenya.

Top MBBS colleges in Kenya

S No.	Name of Medical College
1	Kenyatta University Medical School
2	Mount Kenya University Medical School
3	Kenya Medical Training College
4	Uzima University Medical School
5	University of Nairobi Medical School
6	Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Medical School
7	Maseno University School of Medicine
8	Kenya Methodist University Medical School
9	Egerton University Medical Faculty
10	Moi University Medical School

MBBS in Kenya Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility criteria for admission in Kenya MBBS or BDS courses

The aspirant must have passed with an aggregate of 50% marks in PCB subjects.
Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with (PCB) Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.
English is compulsory language in 12th standard
Candidates must have completed 17 years as on 31^st December year of admission.
Indian students must have qualified NEET Exam for BDS or MBBS admissions in Kenya (if they want to be eligible to practice back in India).

We also suggest that, being on safer side the students must check with the admission authorities of the college in Kenya.

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What is the cost of completing MBBS in Kenya?

We can provide you with an estimation of tuition fees for MBBS course in Kenya and what it looks like, the bandwidth may range from Ksh 2200,000 to Ksh 576,000 onwards annually. Students have to bear additional expenses like living cost (which includes lodging and food).