Setback for Public Universities as Many Students Choose Private Ones
Setback for Public Universities as Many Students Choose Private Ones. Kenya has a rich educational landscape with over twenty public universities including renowned institutions such as Kenyatta, Nairobi, Maseno, Egerton and Masinde Muliro, all offering a wide range of courses to aspiring students.
In addition, the country has several private universities such as Mount Kenya, Kabarak and Daystar among others.
However, news related to public universities has surfaced recently. The report shows a significant decrease in the number of students attending these institutions, with a significant shift to private universities.
According to a reliable source published in the Daily Nation newspaper on September 25, 2023, this trend has emerged with the perception that public universities are banned. The concept comes from the government’s decision to implement a new university funding model created by the Ministry of Education.
Of particular concern is the effect on the model of this loan model, which is thought to have increased the financial burden of students. As a result, many choose private universities, which are considered a cheaper alternative.
In conclusion, these developments point to a positive future for private universities. It is poised to see an increase in student enrollment, reversing the trend of low student numbers that has been in place since 2016.
These changes reflect the changing dynamics in Kenya’s higher education landscape, with affordability becoming a major factor influencing student choice.
These developments point to a positive future for private universities. It is poised to see an increase in student enrollment, reversing the trend of low student numbers that has been in place since 2016.
The concept comes from the government’s decision to implement a new university funding model created by the Ministry of Education.
Setback for Public Universities as Many Students Choose Private Ones