JOOUST Fees Structure 2026

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology, commonly known as JOOUST, is a public university located in Bondo, Siaya County, Kenya. It offers a wide range of programmes in science, technology, education, business, agriculture, health sciences, humanities, and more, serving both government-sponsored and self-sponsored students.

As you prepare for the 2026-2027 academic year, understanding the JOOUST fee structure is essential. Knowing how much you are expected to pay, when to pay and which account to use will help you avoid last-minute stress, registration challenges and unnecessary penalties.

This guide explains, simply and practically, how the JOOUST fees are organised, what typical costs to expect, how fees may differ by programme category and, very importantly, the official banking and payment details you should use when paying your fees.

Important note
Exact figures for the 2026 /2027 academic year will always be confirmed through the official fee structure documents and your admission letter. The amounts and ranges mentioned here are based on the most recent publicly available JOOUST fee schedules and official notices, and they give you a realistic estimate to guide your planning.

Main categories of JOOUST fees for 2026-2027

While exact amounts differ by course and level, you will normally see the JOOUST fee structure grouped into the following broad categories:

Application and admission-related fees

Before you even join the university, there are application fees that accompany your request to be considered for a programme. For recent intakes, JOOUST has published application fees in the following ranges

• Undergraduate application, around Ksh 2,000
• Diploma application, around Ksh 1,500
• Master’s application, around Ksh 3,000
• Doctor of Philosophy application, around Ksh 3,500

These figures are indicative and may be adjusted slightly for the 2026 2027 academic year, but they give you a clear sense of what to budget when submitting your application.

In addition to the application fee, most students will also pay some or all of the following when they first report

• Caution money, a one-time, refundable fee to cover possible damage to university property
• Student identity card fee
• Student organisation fee
• Registration fee

These charges are normally paid in the first semester of the first year and are clearly shown on your admission letter and joining instructions.

Tuition fees

Tuition fees form the largest part of the JOOUST fee structure and vary by

• Level of study
• Programme, for example, engineering may pay more than the arts
• Whether you are government-sponsored or self-sponsored

From recent fee structures, typical annual tuition fees for undergraduate programmes fall in a broad range from about Ksh 100,000 to Ksh 150,000 per academic year, divided between first and second semesters, with some programmes slightly higher and others slightly lower. Postgraduate and specialised programmes may attract higher tuition charges.

For TVET diploma programmes and similar technical courses, tuition fees are generally more moderate per semester, with additional support sometimes available through government capitation and loans, although students are advised not to rely solely on these and to plan to clear fees in good time.

Statutory and compulsory charges

Alongside tuition, JOOUST lists a set of compulsory charges that almost every student must pay each year or each semester. Recent fee schedules commonly include items such as

• Examination fees
• Medical fees
• Activity fees, student activities and clubs
• Library fees
• Computer or ICT user fees
• Maintenance fees
• Student organisation fees

Together, these compulsory charges often add up to between Ksh 8,000 and Ksh 20,000 per academic year, depending on your level and programme category. The exact breakdown for 2026 2027 will appear in the official fee structure for your cohort.

Special programme charges

Some programs require activities that are not part of regular classroom learning. These sometimes attract special one-time charges, for example

• Teaching practice or school attachment for education students
• Industrial attachment or internship for technical and engineering programmes
• Fieldwork or field trips for natural resource management, agriculture, environmental science and related courses

Recent JOOUST documents often state a special charge of around Ksh 10,000 to cover such activities in the year in which they occur. This is usually paid once, at the time the activity is scheduled in your programme.

Accommodation and living expenses

The JOOUST fee structure also mentions hostel accommodation fees, though these are usually charged separately from tuition. Recent TVET and undergraduate documents refer to on-campus accommodation being offered, on a first-come first first-served basis, at around Ksh 3,000 per semester, depending on bed space availability.

Beyond hostel charges, students should budget for

• Meals and food, whether on campus or off campus
• Transport, especially for day scholars
• Learning materials, printing and stationery
• Personal expenses such as clothing and communication

These are not usually listed formally in the fee structure but are part of your realistic cost of study at JOOUST.

Understanding the JOOUST fee structure by student category

Because not all students at JOOUST pay the same way, it helps to look at the 2026 2027 fee structure through the lens of student categories.

Government-sponsored, KUCCPS placed students

Government-sponsored students, placed at JOOUST through KUCCPS, benefit from subsidised tuition, meaning the government pays part of the tuition cost directly to the university. These students still pay

• Their remaining share of tuition
• All compulsory administrative charges
• Any special programme charges and accommodation, where applicable

For this category, the fee structure is published under titles such as Fee Structure for KUCCPS students and is sometimes attached to admission letters or posted as a downloadable PDF for specific academic years.

Self-sponsored, PSSP and TVET students

Self-sponsored students, sometimes referred to as PSSP or privately sponsored, and TVET students pay full tuition without government subsidy. Their fee structures are therefore usually higher than those of KUCCPS students, but may still be competitive compared with other universities in Kenya, particularly given JOOUST’s strong focus on science and technology.

For these categories, you will often see separate fee schedules titled

• Direct entry or PSSP undergraduate fee structure
• TVET students’ fee structure, especially for diploma programmes

Each document outlines semester-by-semester amounts for tuition, compulsory charges and any special fees.

Official JOOUST banking details for fee payment

One of the most critical parts of the JOOUST fee structure for 2026 2027 is the banking information. Using the correct account protects you from fraud and ensures that your payment is properly reflected in your student account.

According to recent official JOOUST fee documents and trusted summaries, fees should be paid to JOOUST using the following accounts and mobile money details.

For government-sponsored, KUCCPS placed students

For KUCCPS placed students, recent fee structures direct payments to

• Equity Bank, Bondo Branch
  • Account name, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology
  • Account number, 0750294239156
• Co-operative Bank, Bondo Branch
  • Account name, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology
  • Account number, 01129255709500

These accounts are specifically indicated for government-sponsored students in the latest available fee schedules and should remain in use for 2026 2027 unless JOOUST issues an official change.

For self-sponsored, PSSP and TVET students

Self-sponsored and TVET students typically use a slightly different set of payment channels, including

• Equity Bank, Kisumu Ang’awa Branch
  • Account name, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology, PSSP account
  • Account number, 1260299751274
• Co-operative Bank, Bondo Branch
  • Account name, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology
  • Account number, 01129255709500
• KCB Bank, Bondo Branch
  • Account name, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology
  • Account number, 1117122409 (College Sidekick)

In addition, JOOUST allows fee payment through mobile money

• Lipa na M Pesa Pay Bill number, 400222
  • Account number format, 1014639#AdmissionNumber
  • For example, if your admission number is ABC 123 2026, your account field will contain 1014639#ABC1232026, exactly as guided in your joining instructions

The Website:https://news.jooust.ac.ke

These details appear consistently in financial requirement documents for JOOUST TVET and continuing students, and current cohorts widely use them.

Safety tip
Always cross check account numbers and Pay Bill details with your latest admission letter, official JOOUST website or a notice from the Registrar, Academic Affairs, before paying large sums. Avoid sending fees to personal numbers or accounts shared informally on social media.