Founded in 1978 and chartered as a private university in 2008, Pan African Christian University (PAC) has grown into a respected institution in Kenya, offering a broad range of accredited academic programs at postgraduate, undergraduate, diploma, and certificate levels.

Academic Schools and Programs

PAC University is organised into several schools, each offering specialized courses:

  • Graduate School: Offers master's and PhD programs including Theology, Organisational Leadership, Counselling Psychology, Business Administration, and Marriage and Family Therapy.
  • School of Theology: Focuses on Christian ministry and leadership with degrees, diplomas, and certificates in Bible & Theology, Transformational Church Leadership, and Youth Ministry.
  • School of Leadership, Business & Technology: Provides secular courses such as Bachelor of Commerce, Business IT, and diplomas in ICT, Marketing, Human Resource Management, and Cyber Security, among others.
  • School of Humanities & Social Sciences: Offers degrees and diplomas in Counselling Psychology, Communication, Community Development, Criminology, and related fields.

Flexible Learning Options

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, PAC University supports Open, Distance, and e-Learning programs designed for working professionals and students requiring flexible schedules.

Fee Structure and Scholarships

Tuition fees vary depending on the program level, mode of study, and student category (government-sponsored, private, or international). The university's governing council sets the fee structure, which is accessible via their website. PAC also awards annual scholarships to deserving students, including the Hendrick, CITAM, URCO, Ulting, Timothy, and Peter Cuke scholarships.

Admission Criteria and Application Process

Admission is open to government-sponsored, privately funded, and international students who meet specific academic requirements:

  • Postgraduate applicants must hold a relevant bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and three years’ work experience for master's programs.
  • Undergraduates require a minimum KCSE grade of C+ or equivalent, while diploma and certificate programs accept lower grades accordingly.
  • International students must provide proof of academic qualifications, financial capability, legal immigration status, and return travel arrangements.

Applications can be submitted online or via downloadable forms sent to the admissions office.

Student Services and Campuses

PAC University offers extensive student support including a well-resourced library open weekdays and Saturdays, an online student portal for registration and results access, and an e-learning platform for distance learners.

The university operates two campuses in Nairobi: the Main Campus along Lumumba Drive, Roysambu, and the Valley Road Campus located within the CITAM building near the central business district.

Contact Information

  • Website: www.pacuniversity.ac.ke
  • Email: enquiries@pacuniversity.ac.ke, admissions@pacuniversity.ac.ke
  • Phone: +254 730 955000 (Main), +254 717 400694 (Valley Road)
  • Postal Address: P.O. Box 56875 – 00200, Nairobi, Kenya

Institutional Profile

PAC University is a private Christian university ranked around 48th nationally and within the top 13,000 globally according to EduRank and Webometrics. It continues to attract a diverse student body from Kenya and abroad, offering quality education with a Christian ethos alongside secular academic programs.