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At Umma University we cultivate nurturing and inspiring environments for young, inquisitive minds to flourish. Our unwavering passion for learning drives us to surpass mere excellence, consistently achieving outstanding results. Our mission is to foster confident and innovative thinkers, dedicated to shaping their own futures. Through our dynamic educational approach, we are committed to delivering a curriculum that is not only comprehensive but also deeply relevant to their future endeavors and careers. Join us as we embark on a journey of knowledge, growth, and endless possibilities.
Welcome to Umma University, where Islamic values serve as the foundation for holistic growth. We prioritize the nurturing of individual talents alongside fostering moral rectitude, instilling the values of hard work and competitiveness. Our commitment extends beyond academics; we aim to empower our students to emerge with robust character and unwavering confidence, poised to leave a lasting impact on the world. Equipped with both knowledge and real-world skills, our graduates stand at the forefront of their respective industries, ready to carve out a path of success.
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We strive to be committed to the students we are privileged to serve, in our alumni association, our dedicated, talented faculty and staff. We also take pride in having the most active and helpful group of partners, visionary parents, well-wishers, alumni and friends.
Umma University is ISO 9001:2015 Certified, Our graduates are equipped to work anywhere in the world, backed by accreditation from the Commission for University Education (CUE) and other relevant licensing bodies as Council for Legal Education for school of Law and Sharia and Nursing council of Kenya for school of Nursing and Midwifery.
With a well-stocked library, state-of-the-art facilities, and free 24/7 internet/WI-FI access, students have access to unparalleled academic resources for their studies. State-of-the-Art Facilities: Experience learning in modern facilities, including a stadium, swimming pool, and well-equipped laboratories.
Umma University offers affordable accommodation, pocket-friendly fees payable in easy installments, and various student financing options including partial scholarships, interest-free study loans, and eligibility for HELB Loans.
Beyond academics, our institution emphasizes moral character development, ensuring graduates are not only competent but also possess the ethical foundation sought after by employers. Additionally, our accelerated academic programs guarantee timely completion without prolonged vacations, all within a secure and serene learning environment.
Benefit from our qualified teaching and non-teaching staff, who foster moral character development and ensure timely program completion in a secure and serene setting. We have Tech-Enabled Learning resources for our students who enjoy free internet and Wi-Fi access across our campus, enhancing your academic experience.
Umma University began in 1997 (sometimes cited as 1998) as Thika College for Sharia and Islamic Studies, founded by Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sumait under Africa Muslim Agency (now Direct Aid International). It was established to provide Islamic and sharia studies programs, initially offering certificate, diploma, and foundational courses in Islamic studies.
In 2001, the institution was officially registered under Kenya’s Ministry of Education. Over the next few years, it expanded its academic scope: by 2007, the Commission for Higher Education had validated its diploma programs, and the college began collaborating with the International University of Africa (Khartoum) to offer two degree programmes—Bachelor of Arts in Islamic Sharia and Islamic Studies.
A major turning point occurred in 2013, when the institution was granted a Letter of Interim Authority. This authority enabled it to transition more formally toward becoming a university by expanding its programs and operations.
After obtaining interim authority, Umma University broadened its academic offering: in 2015, it established the School of Nursing & Midwifery, enrolling its first Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing cohort. Meanwhile, recognizing the need for more space and facilities, the university embarked on constructing its Kajiado campus around 2018, including academic blocks, student housing, laboratories, and other infrastructure.
On October 18, 2019, Umma University was officially awarded a charter by President Uhuru Kenyatta, which marked its full recognition as a university under Kenyan law, meeting all required standards of the Ministry of Education and the Commission for University Education. With the charter, it received formal symbols of institutional status: the mace, logo, seal, and accreditation reports.
As of 2023, Umma University has grown both in programmes and graduates: there are about 26 academic programmes across six faculties, and by mid-2023 the university had graduated approximately 4,839 students since its establishment. direct-aid.org The student population was roughly 2,291 in 2023, reflecting growth in enrollment and breadth of offerings.
The University of Excellence in Higher Education and Innovative Technology based on high Moral values.
To provide quality University Education and Training through nurturing and promoting creative and innovative, transmission and integration of Knowledge and technology in order to produce holistic graduates of high value and integrity.
The philosophy of Umma University is based on Islamic values with emphasis on total development of individual talent, moral rectitude, hard work and competitiveness so as to encourage excellence in all spheres of life. It is also based on furtherance of the Islamic principles while promoting peaceful co-existence between people who profess different faiths
Umma University shall uphold the following core values:
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