Kenya Utalii College Courses and Fees continue to attract thousands of students seeking quality hospitality and tourism education. Recognized as the country’s leading institution in this field, the college draws applicants from across Kenya and abroad every year. Training takes place at four locations: the Main Campus along Thika Road, the Town Campus at Utalii House, the Mombasa Campus at Mombasa Trade Centre, and the Kisumu Campus at Mega City. Below is a detailed breakdown of all programs, entry requirements, and the current fee structure.
Hospitality Courses
Diploma in Hospitality Management
Requirements: KCSE C, English C+, Mathematics/Business Studies C-, or a Distinction/Credit in a relevant KUC certificate
Duration: 3 Years
Fees: Ksh 150,300
Diploma in Front Office Operations & Administration
Requirements: KCSE C, English C-, Mathematics/Business Studies D+, or a Front Office certificate with Distinction/Credit
Duration: 2 Years
Fees: Ksh 143,300
Diploma in Culinary Arts
Requirements: KCSE C, English C-, Mathematics/Home Science D+, or a Food Production/F&B certificate with Distinction/Credit
Duration: 2 Years
Fees: Ksh 143,300
Diploma in Food & Beverage Management
Requirements: KCSE C, English C-, Mathematics/Business Studies D+, or a related KUC certificate
Duration: 2 Years
Fees: Ksh 140,300
Diploma in Events Management
Requirements: KCSE C, English C-, Mathematics/Business Studies D+, or a certificate in F&B or Food Production
Duration: 2 Years
Fees: Ksh 140,300
Diploma in Housekeeping & Laundry Operations
Requirements: KCSE C, English C-, Mathematics/Business Studies D+, or a KUC housekeeping-related certificate
Duration: 2 Years
Fees: Ksh 140,300
Certificate in Front Office Operations
Requirements: KCSE C-, English C-, Mathematics/Business Studies D, or short course graduates with required work experience and credits
Duration: 1 Year
Fees: Ksh 128,901
Certificate in Pastry and Bakery
Requirements: KCSE C-, English C-, Mathematics/Home Science D, or short course graduates with Distinction/Credit
Duration: 1 Year
Fees: Ksh 128,901
Certificate in Housekeeping & Laundry
Requirements: KCSE C-, English C-, or a related short course with Distinction/Credit and necessary work experience
Duration: 1 Year
Fees: Ksh 125,900
Certificate in Food & Beverage Service & Sales
Requirements: KCSE C-, English C-, or short course graduates with Distinction/Credit and relevant work experience
Duration: 1 Year
Fees: Ksh 125,900
Tourism Courses
Diploma in Travel & Tourism Management
Requirements: KCSE C, English C-, Mathematics/Geography/History D+, or a Tourism certificate from KUC
Duration: 2 Years
Fees: Ksh 150,300
Diploma in Tour Guiding & Administration
Requirements: KCSE C, English C-, Mathematics/Geography/History D+, or a Tourism certificate with Distinction/Credit
Duration: 2 Years
Fees: Ksh 150,300
Certificate in Travel & Tour Operations
Requirements: KCSE C-, English C-, Mathematics/History/Geography D, or Airline Cabin Crew/Travel Agency Techniques courses with Distinction/Credit
Duration: 1 Year
Fees: Ksh 131,900
Certificate in Tour Guiding & Administration
Requirements: KCSE C-, English C-, Mathematics/History/Geography D, or a 1½–2-year KUC tourism certificate
Duration: 1 Year
Fees: Ksh 131,900
How to Apply
Applications are completed online through the college’s application portal. Applicants must upload PDF copies of their KCSE or O-Level certificate, school leaving certificate, and National ID or Birth Certificate. A valid email address and phone number must be provided. The application fee is Ksh 1,000 and is non-refundable.
Kenya Utalii College Contacts
Phone: 0722205891/2, 0733410005
Email: [email protected]








