Can Atlas College tuition fees be paid in installments?

Yes. Atlas College provides flexible installment plans: 40% on term registration, and the balance in two monthly installments across the trimester.

What is the official Atlas College M-Pesa Paybill number?

Use Safaricom Paybill Business Number 717666. Enter your Student Admission Number (or full name for new applicants) as the Account Number.

Are Atlas College students eligible for Government CDF or County bursaries?

Yes. Atlas College is fully TVETA accredited, making registered students eligible for National Government CDF bursaries and county education funds.

Official Tuition Rates · 2026 Academic Year

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Accessible vocational education with structured payment plans. Explore official termly and monthly tuition rates across all 9 academic schools with zero hidden levies.

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Flexible Termly & Monthly Options

We ensure high-quality vocational education remains affordable. Programs offer monthly installments (ICT from KSh 5,000/mo, Tailoring from KSh 6,000/mo) or 3-month bulk payments with significant fee savings.

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No hidden levies or unexpected assessment fees. All tuition, statutory registration (KSh 1,000), and ID card fees (KSh 500) strictly adhere to the official 2024 College Prospectus.

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Tuition Breakdown

Standard Course FeesBy Academic School

Term-by-term and monthly tuition rates strictly extracted from the official Atlas College Prospectus.

Gretsa University Programmes (In Collaboration with Atlas College)

Offered by Gretsa University in direct collaboration with Atlas College. 2 Trimesters for Certificate, 5 Trimesters for Diploma. Modes of Study: Full-Time, Evening, Distance Learning.

Course / Unit Title	Duration	Official Tuition Fee	Examining Body
Diploma in Business Information Technology (BIT)	5 Trimesters	KSh 38,000 / Trimester	Gretsa University (in collaboration with Atlas College)
Diploma in Business Management	5 Trimesters	KSh 38,000 / Trimester	Gretsa University (in collaboration with Atlas College)
Diploma in Public Administration	5 Trimesters	KSh 38,000 / Trimester	Gretsa University (in collaboration with Atlas College)
Diploma in Social Work & Community Development	5 Trimesters	KSh 38,000 / Trimester	Gretsa University (in collaboration with Atlas College)
Diploma in Banking and Finance	5 Trimesters	KSh 38,000 / Trimester	Gretsa University (in collaboration with Atlas College)
Diploma in Human Resource Management	5 Trimesters	KSh 38,000 / Trimester	Gretsa University (in collaboration with Atlas College)
Diploma in Marketing Management	5 Trimesters	KSh 38,000 / Trimester	Gretsa University (in collaboration with Atlas College)
Diploma in Community Health	5 Trimesters	KSh 38,000 / Trimester	Gretsa University (in collaboration with Atlas College)
Diploma in International Relations	5 Trimesters	KSh 38,000 / Trimester	Gretsa University (in collaboration with Atlas College)
Diploma in Public Relations	5 Trimesters	KSh 38,000 / Trimester	Gretsa University (in collaboration with Atlas College)
Diploma in Counselling Psychology	5 Trimesters	KSh 38,000 / Trimester	Gretsa University (in collaboration with Atlas College)
Diploma in Purchasing & Supply Management	5 Trimesters	KSh 38,000 / Trimester	Gretsa University (in collaboration with Atlas College)
Gretsa University Certificates (All Specialisations)	2 Trimesters	KSh 38,000 / Trimester	Gretsa University (in collaboration with Atlas College)

School of ICT and Computer Science

Hands-on practical training in high-spec computer laboratories with dedicated high-speed fibre internet connectivity.

Course / Unit Title	Duration	Official Tuition Fee	Examining Body
Certificate in ICT (KNEC)	12 Months	KSh 15,000 / Term (or KSh 5,000 / Mo)	KNEC
Diploma in ICT (Mod I & II)	6 Months each Module	KSh 16,500 / Term (or KSh 5,500 / Mo)	KNEC
Diploma in Computer Engineering	12 Months	KSh 16,500 / Term (or KSh 5,500 / Mo)	ABMA (UK)
Diploma in Computing & Information Systems	12 Months	KSh 16,500 / Term (or KSh 5,500 / Mo)	ABMA (UK)
Computer Applications / Packages (Complete 12 Units)	3 Months	KSh 12,000 Total	Atlas / TVETA
Computerised Accounting (QuickBooks, Sage, Tally, Pastel, Peachtree)	3 Months (or per unit)	KSh 5,000 / Module	Atlas Certified
Certificate in Computerised Secretarial Studies	6 Months	KSh 5,000 / Month	Atlas / TVETA
Graphic Design Specialist (Corel, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)	2 Months (2 Wks/unit)	KSh 5,000 / Module	Atlas Certified
Computer Engineering and Networking (CompTIA A+ & N+)	3 Months	KSh 30,000 / Term (or KSh 10,000 / Mo)	CompTIA / Atlas
Video and Audio Editing (Premiere Pro & Audition)	2 Months	KSh 16,000 Total (Promo)	Atlas Certified

School of Business Administration & Artisan

Modular curriculum recognized nationally by KNEC and internationally by ABMA UK. Artisan course accepts KCSE D-.

Course / Unit Title	Duration	Official Tuition Fee	Examining Body
Artisan Course (KNEC) - Progression to Degree pathway	12 Months	KSh 21,000 / Term (3 Months)	KNEC
Certificate in Business Management Mod I-II	6 Months each Module	KSh 21,000 / Term	KNEC
Certificate in Human Resource Management	6 Months	KSh 21,000 / Term	ABMA (UK)
Certificate in Sales & Marketing Mod I-II	6 Months each Module	KSh 21,000 / Term	KNEC
Certificate in Supply Chain Management Mod I-II	6 Months each Module	KSh 21,000 / Term	KNEC
Diploma in Business Management Mod I-III	18 Months	KSh 24,000 / Term	KNEC
Diploma in Human Resource Management	12 Months	KSh 24,000 / Term	ABMA (UK)
Diploma in Sales & Marketing	18 Months	KSh 24,000 / Term	KNEC
Diploma in Supply Chain Management Mod I-III	18 Months	KSh 24,000 / Term	KNEC

School of Accountancy (KASNEB & ACCA)

Official examination preparation for KASNEB (CAMS, ATD) and ACCA Global qualifications.

Course / Unit Title	Duration	Official Tuition Fee	Examining Body
CAMS Level I (Certificate in Accounting & Management Skills)	6 Months (5 Mos class)	KSh 24,000 / Level (3 Months Term)	KASNEB
CAMS Level II (Certificate in Accounting & Management Skills)	6 Months (5 Mos class)	KSh 24,000 / Level (3 Months Term)	KASNEB
ATD Level I (Accounting Technicians Diploma)	6 Months (5 Mos class)	KSh 24,000 / Level (3 Months Term)	KASNEB
ATD Level II (Accounting Technicians Diploma)	6 Months (5 Mos class)	KSh 24,000 / Level (3 Months Term)	KASNEB
ATD Level III (Accounting Technicians Diploma)	6 Months (5 Mos class)	KSh 24,000 / Level (3 Months Term)	KASNEB
ACCA Foundation Level	6 Months (5 Mos class)	KSh 24,000 / Level (3 Months Term)	ACCA (UK)
ACCA Applied Knowledge Level	6 Months (5 Mos class)	KSh 24,000 / Level (3 Months Term)	ACCA (UK)
ACCA Applied Skills Level	6 Months (5 Mos class)	KSh 24,000 / Level (3 Months Term)	ACCA (UK)

School of Social Sciences & ICM

Vocational qualifications tailored for humanitarian NGOs, public agencies, and social services.

Course / Unit Title	Duration	Official Tuition Fee	Examining Body
Certificate in Community Development & Social Work	6 Months	KSh 21,000 / Term	ABMA (UK)
Certificate in Project Management	6 Months	KSh 21,000 / Term	ICM (UK)
Certificate in Counselling / HIV & AIDS Management	6 Months	KSh 21,000 / Term	ABMA (UK)
Diploma in Community Development & Social Work	12 Months	KSh 24,000 / Term	ABMA (UK)
Diploma in Project Management	12 Months	KSh 24,000 / Term	ICM (UK)
Diploma in Counselling	12 Months	KSh 24,000 / Term	ABMA (UK)
Diploma in Travel and Tourism	12 Months	KSh 24,000 / Term	ICM (UK)
Diploma in Journalism and Media Studies	12 Months	KSh 24,000 / Term	ICM (UK)
ICM Specialised Professional Courses (20 Options)	6 Months	KSh 21,000 / Term	ICM (UK)

Atlas School of Tailoring & Fashion Design

Located at Alhabib Mall Campus, 1st Avenue - 4th Street, Eastleigh (Tel: 0741 363 089). Hands-on workshops with industrial sewing machines.

Course / Unit Title	Duration	Official Tuition Fee	Examining Body
Tailoring, Dress Making & Fashion Design (Full-Time)	Monthly / 3 Months	KSh 8,000 / Mo (or KSh 21,000 / 3 Mos Bulk)	Atlas / NITA
Tailoring, Dress Making & Fashion Design (Part-Time: 4pm–6pm)	Monthly / 3 Months	KSh 6,000 / Mo (or KSh 17,000 / 3 Mos Bulk)	Atlas / NITA
Intensive Short Course: Single Garment Tailoring	1 Month	KSh 15,000 One-Time Fee	Atlas Certified
Intensive Short Course: Curtains & Draperies Designing	1 Month	KSh 15,000 One-Time Fee	Atlas Certified
Tailoring Student Starter Pack (Required Tool Kit)	Once upon entry	KSh 2,000	Atlas Kit

School of IGCSE (Edexcel)

Located at Alhabib Mall Campus, Eastleigh (Tel: 0741 363 089). Pearson Edexcel British Curriculum examinations.

Course / Unit Title	Duration	Official Tuition Fee	Examining Body
IGCSE O Level (Morning Classes: 7:00am – 1:00pm)	Termly	KSh 35,000 / Term	Edexcel (UK)
IGCSE A Level (Afternoon Classes: 2:00pm – 5:30pm)	Termly	KSh 45,000 / Term	Edexcel (UK)
IGCSE Student Registration Fee	Once upon entry	KSh 2,000	Edexcel Registration

School of Languages & Foundation Studies

Flexible morning, afternoon, and evening slots for ESL, IELTS, Somali, and comprehensive multi-subject foundation courses.

Course / Unit Title	Duration	Official Tuition Fee	Examining Body
ESL General English (Starter, Elementary, Pre-Inter, Inter, Higher)	3 Months / Level	KSh 4,000 / Month	Atlas Certified
ESL Advanced English & IELTS Academic Test Prep	3 Months	KSh 5,000 / Month	IELTS / British Council
Professional Spoken English	3 Months	KSh 5,000 / Month	Atlas Certified
IELTS English for Visa & Immigration Applications	3 Months	KSh 10,000 / Month	UKVI / IELTS
Somali Language & Culture (Beginners & Intermediate)	6 Months	KSh 4,000 / Month	Atlas Certified
Foundation Studies: English & Kiswahili	6 Months	KSh 6,000 / Month	Atlas Certified
Foundation Studies: English & Computer Packages	6 Months	KSh 6,000 / Month	Atlas Certified
Foundation Studies: English & Mathematics	6 Months	KSh 6,000 / Month	Atlas Certified
Comprehensive Foundation Studies Programme	6 Months	KSh 7,000 / Month	Atlas Certified

Institutional Administrative Fees

Official statutory and administrative fees payable to the college accounts office upon admission or clearance.

Course / Unit Title	Duration	Official Tuition Fee	Examining Body
Official Student Registration Fee	Once Upon Admission	KSh 1,000	Statutory
Official Student Identity Card (Smart ID)	Once Upon Admission	KSh 500	Statutory
Fees Card Replacement Fee (Lost Card)	Per Replacement	KSh 200	Administrative
Tailoring Department Student Starter Pack	Once (Tailoring Only)	KSh 2,000	Departmental
IGCSE Department Student Registration Fee	Once (IGCSE Only)	KSh 2,000	Departmental

Learning Pathway

Your Road toProfessional Competence

Select Your Accredited Path: Choose from TVETA, KNEC, KASNEB, ABMA UK, or Gretsa University diploma and certificate pathways tailored for today’s job market.
Master Practical Skills in Dedicated Labs: Learn through hands-on practice in high-speed computer labs, commercial catering kitchens, and tailoring design suites.
Complete Industrial Attachment & Graduate: Secure a mandatory 3-month corporate internship through our liaison desk, pass national exams at our center, and launch your career.