The University of Nairobi (UoN) is Kenya's largest public university, operating across ten campuses in Nairobi and beyond. Its main switchboard is (+254-20) 491 0000. This article lists the verified University of Nairobi contacts and campuses, including the address, telephone number, email, and admission office details.
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Key takeaways
- Main telephone: (+254-20) 491 0000.
- Postal address: P.O. Box 30197-00100, Nairobi, Kenya.
- Customer care email: customercare@uonbi.ac.ke.
- UoN operates across ten campuses in Kenya.
University of Nairobi telephone number and main contacts
The university's main switchboard is (+254-20) 491 0000. This line connects to most departments. Additional direct-dial lines are listed on UoN's registration support page.
The Academic Registrar can be reached on 0204913199. The Dean of Students' office number is 020 491 8114.
University of Nairobi postal address
P.O. Box 30197-00100 Nairobi, Kenya
University of Nairobi email address
The official website is uonbi.ac.ke. Key email addresses are:
- Customer care: customercare@uonbi.ac.ke
- Undergraduate admissions: admission@uonbi.ac.ke
- Postgraduate admissions: pg-admissions@uonbi.ac.ke
- Examinations centre: examinations@uonbi.ac.ke
- Vice-Chancellor's office: vc@uonbi.ac.ke
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UoN customer care contacts
The Customer Experience Centre handles general enquiries. Email them at customercare@uonbi.ac.ke or call (+254-20) 491 0000.
No official UoN WhatsApp number has been confirmed. Treat any such number with caution and contact the main switchboard instead.
How many campuses does the University of Nairobi have?
The University of Nairobi operates ten campuses. Most are in Nairobi, with regional sites in Mombasa and Kisumu. The university serves over 84,000 students across its six colleges.
University of Nairobi campuses and their contacts
The table below lists each campus with its telephone contact. Verify numbers against uonbi.ac.ke before calling, as directories are updated periodically.
Campus | College / Faculty | Telephone |
Main Campus | Architecture & Engineering; Humanities & Social Sciences | (+254-20) 491 0000 |
Chiromo Campus | Biological & Physical Sciences | (+254-020) 2429997 |
Upper Kabete Campus | Agriculture & Veterinary Sciences | 254 020 2585841-6 |
Lower Kabete Campus | School of Business | 0735704065 / 0729396808 |
Kikuyu Campus | Education & External Studies | (+254-20) 318262 |
Kenyatta National Hospital Campus | Health Sciences | +254722839544 |
Kenya Science Campus | Science & Technology | (254-020) 2480720 |
Parklands Campus | Law | 0724-922608 |
Mombasa Campus | Regional centre | 0202593413 |
Kisumu Campus | Regional centre | 066-32029 |
Main campus location
The Main campus is on University Way in central Nairobi. The Administration Block houses the Admissions Office on the first floor and the Academic Registrar's office on the third floor.
Mombasa Campus contacts
The Mombasa Campus is at Uniplaza Building, off Moi Avenue, Mombasa. Its director can be reached at directormsacampus@uonbi.ac.ke or on 0702336581.
UoN admission office contacts
The Admissions Office is on the first floor of the Administration Block, Main Campus. Contact details:
- Telephone: (+254-20) 491 0000 ext. 3027 / 3199
- Email: admission@uonbi.ac.ke
- Postal address: P.O. Box 30197-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
For postgraduate (master's and PhD) admissions, contact the Deputy Registrar (Postgraduate Studies):
- Email: pg-admissions@uonbi.ac.ke
- General postgraduate correspondence: pg@uonbi.ac.ke
- Telephone: (+254-20) 491 0000
How to apply to the University of Nairobi
Applications go through the official portal at application.uonbi.ac.ke. Follow these steps:
- Create an account on the UoN admissions portal.
- Select your programme and intake period.
- Upload required documents (transcripts, national ID, KCSE certificate).
- Pay the application fee and submit your form.
- Track your application status through the same portal.
Undergraduate places for government-sponsored students go through KUCCPS. Self-sponsored students apply directly via UoN's portal.
What masters courses are offered at the University of Nairobi?
UoN offers master's and PhD programmes across all six colleges. Key faculties include:
- Law — postgraduate law degrees
- Engineering — MSc and MEng programmes
- Business — MBA and specialist master's degrees
- Health Sciences — postgraduate medical and public health programmes
- Education — MEd and doctoral research degrees
- Agriculture & Veterinary Sciences — MSc research degrees
- Arts & Social Sciences — MA programmes
The university offers over 100 combined bachelor's and master's programmes. See the current list at academics.uonbi.ac.ke.
In 2026, UoN also announced institutional master's scholarships for the 2026/2027 academic year. These were limited to recent UoN graduates applying for the September 2026 intake.
Is the UoN application open?
As of October 2026, the September 2026 intake is underway. First-year students were scheduled to report on 24 August 2026. The next intake cycle will open on the admissions portal at application.uonbi.ac.ke.
Contact the Admissions Office at admission@uonbi.ac.ke to confirm current intake status before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What is the University of Nairobi WhatsApp number?
The University of Nairobi has no verified official WhatsApp number. There is no WhatsApp contact published on uonbi.ac.ke. For enquiries, use the main line (+254-20) 491 0000 or email customercare@uonbi.ac.ke. Beware of unofficial accounts claiming to represent UoN.
What is the University of Nairobi address?
The Main Campus is on University Way, Nairobi. The postal address is P.O. Box 30197-00100, Nairobi, Kenya. The main telephone number is (+254-20) 491 0000, and the official website is uonbi.ac.ke.
How do I contact UoN customer care?
Reach the Customer Experience Centre at customercare@uonbi.ac.ke or call (+254-20) 491 0000. For registration queries, the registration support contacts page on uonbi.ac.ke lists additional direct lines for student records, fees, and academic departments.
What is the UoN admission office email address?
For undergraduate admissions, email admission@uonbi.ac.ke. For postgraduate applications (master's and PhD), use pg-admissions@uonbi.ac.ke. General postgraduate correspondence goes to pg@uonbi.ac.ke. All these offices can also be reached on the main switchboard, (+254-20) 491 0000.
How many campuses does Nairobi University have?
The University of Nairobi has ten campuses. They are: Main Campus, Chiromo, Kikuyu, Upper Kabete, Lower Kabete, Kenya Science Campus, Parklands, Kenyatta National Hospital, Mombasa, and Kisumu. The Main Campus on University Way is the administrative hub.
With its extensive network of specialized campuses across Kenya, navigating the University of Nairobi is highly manageable once you know where to look. For official inquiries, admissions support, or general navigation, you can reach the main administration line at +254 (020) 491 0000 or via email at admissions@uonbi.ac.ke.
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