About

Driven by purpose, we are committed to becoming a leading institution in higher education.

United States International University-Africa (USIU-Africa) is one of the most diverse, dynamic, and forward-thinking universities on the continent. Located in Nairobi, Kenya, we serve students from over 70 nationalities, offering a truly global education experience grounded in academic excellence, innovation, and cross-cultural learning.

As the only university in Sub-Saharan Africa with dual accreditation from the Commission for University Education (Kenya) and the WASC Senior College and University Commission (USA), we ensure that our degrees meet the highest international standards — giving our graduates a competitive edge anywhere in the world.

USIU-Africa offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across various schools including Business, Science and Technology, Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Humanities, Communication, and Creative Arts. We also provide executive education and short professional courses through our Center for Executive Education (CEE).

Our commitment goes beyond academics. We invest in research, entrepreneurship, community engagement, and innovation, preparing students not only to succeed in the job market — but to shape it.

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Vision

To be a premier institution of academic excellence with a global perspective.

Mission

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Why USIU-Africa

World-Class Academic Excellence

USIU-Africa delivers world-class education through a globally relevant curriculum and innovative teaching methods that prepare students for an interconnected world. Our academic programs combine rigorous standards with cutting-edge approaches to learning, ensuring graduates are ready for global challenges.

American-Accredited Degree

Earn an American-accredited degree recognized worldwide and learn from highly qualified professors with international experience opening doors to global career opportunities and advanced study programs.

Vibrant Campus Life

Join a diverse community with 50+ sports and clubs, and cultural events that match your interests and passions. Grow beyond the classroom through leadership opportunities, personal development programs and community service. Our state-of-the-art campus offers the necessary facilities and services to stimulate learning and support student interaction.

Personalized Support & Mentorship

We provide a personalized learning environment ensuring dedicated and meaningful faculty-student interactions. Students have access to experienced mentors who provide guidance throughout their academic journey, along with comprehensive support services to ensure everyone succeeds and thrives.

Multicultural Community

USIU-Africa’s reputation has drawn students from over 60 countries, creating a truly multicultural community where they build cultural bridges and life-long friendships while taking part in rich cultural celebrations and events that enrich their university experience.

Career Development & Opportunities

Students gain real-world experience through strategic industry internship placements and receive career guidance tailored to their goals and aspirations, supported by comprehensive preparation for diverse industries and career advancement opportunities.

History

In 1927 Leland Ghent Stanford chartered a private graduate institution called Balboa Law College in San Diego (USA), which later changed its name toBalboa University in 1945. In 1952, Balboa University again changed its name to California Western University, and a year later Dr. William C. Rust became the university’s president[…]

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Mission &
Values

We prepare you to launch your career by providing a supportive, creative, and professional. Our mission is to prepare students to understand, contribute to, and succeed in a rapidly changing society, thus making the world a better and more just place

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OUR CAMPUS

Emma Matthews

BA Literary Studies

“For me, it’s about the academic sphere. The University is interesting, conceptual. We acknowledge how important it is to be experimental.”