As Kenya’s education sector braces for increasing university and college cut-off points, the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has provided clarity on how students will be placed in higher learning institutions this year.
KUCCPS Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Mercy Karogo, explained that the placement process will remain merit-based but will also consider course demand, available slots, and student preferences.
Speaking during a press briefing on Monday, Dr.
Karogo emphasized that the rise in cut-off points is largely due to increased competition for popular courses such as medicine, engineering, and law.
“Students must understand that while high scores improve their chances of getting into competitive programs, KUCCPS ensures fairness by matching each candidate to courses aligned with their academic performance and interests,” Dr. Karogo said.
She noted that applicants will still have the opportunity to rank their preferred courses, but placement will now be stricter in line with the new thresholds.
The CEO also highlighted that students who narrowly miss the cut-off for certain programs will be offered alternatives in related fields, ensuring that no eligible student is left out of the higher education system.
Additionally, KUCCPS will continue using its online portal for placement, making it easier for students to track their applications in real time.
Education stakeholders have welcomed the move, saying it encourages healthy competition while maintaining transparency.
Dr. Karogo urged parents and students to stay updated via KUCCPS’s official platforms to avoid misinformation, especially with the growing online rumors about course placements.
With Kenya’s universities preparing for the new academic year, Dr. Karogo reassured students that the placement system is robust, fair, and designed to ensure that every candidate finds a suitable program, even amid rising cut-off points. View_more...
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