IELTS Requirements in Kenya: Compare University Band Scores
Compare verified IELTS Academic band score requirements for 3 universities in Kenya. Includes minimum overall scores and critical component requirements for undergraduate and postgraduate admissions.
- Bachelor's degree
- 5.5–6.0100% of 3 universities in our list ask for this overall band.
- Master's degree
- 6.0–6.5100% of 3 universities in our list ask for this overall band.
Figures checked against each university's own admissions page, March 2026. Confirm on the official course page before you apply.
Universities Listed
| University | UGUndergraduate | PGPostgraduate | Per skill |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of NairobiNairobi · QS #1001 | 5.5 | 6.0 | — |
| Kenyatta UniversityNairobi | 5.5 | 6.0 | — |
| Strathmore UniversityNairobi | 6.0 | 6.5 | — |
Bands are overall minimums. “Per skill” is the lowest band allowed in any one skill; two values mean undergraduate / postgraduate.