Social science programs in Kenya

1 universities in Kenya offer 27 social science programs open to international students; 100% are taught in English. The median yearly tuition for master's degrees in this field is 2,496 USD, with the middle half of programs charging between 2,079 USD and 2,804 USD.

Data as of August 17, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD

Social science in Kenya by degree level

Degree Programs 25th percentile Median tuition / yr 75th percentile
Bachelor's 2 — — —
Master's 16 2,079 USD 2,496 USD 2,804 USD
PhD 9 — — —

Tuition figures use the yearly price each university publishes for international students, converted to USD; medians only publish where at least 5 priced programs exist.

Popular social science programs in Kenya

The most-viewed programs in this field right now — each links to the live listing with tuition, requirements and application details.

Program University Degree Tuition / yr
Master in Political Science and Public Administration University of Nairobi Master's —
Master of Laws University of Nairobi Master's 2,496 USD
PhD in Political Science and Public Administration University of Nairobi PhD —

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Specializations within social science

Population Studies 4 Political science 4 Sociology 3 Education 3 Law 3 Geography 2 Communication 2 Religious Studies 2 Human Rights 1 History 1

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