KUCCPS Woes: Thousands of Students Struggle to Revise Courses.
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has reopened its portal for course revision, but thousands of students are facing challenges. Many applicants who failed to secure their preferred university or college courses are struggling with tight deadlines, system errors, and limited options.
Why Are Students Struggling?
KUCCPS initially closed its first application window on April 30, 2025. However, many students did not secure placements in their preferred degree or diploma programs. To address this, KUCCPS reopened the portal for revision of choices from May 18 to May 27, 2025.
Despite this opportunity, students are facing several hurdles:
- Portal Errors: Some applicants report system glitches when trying to log in.
- Oversubscribed Courses: Popular programs like Medicine, Law, and Engineering have limited slots.
- Funding Uncertainty: The government has not clarified how students will be financially supported.
How to Revise Your KUCCPS Course Selection
Students who need to revise their choices must follow these steps:
- Visit the KUCCPS portal (here).
- Log in using your KCSE index number, KCSE year, and password.
- Check your application status and view available courses.
- Select new programs or revise previous choices.
- Pay the required revision fee via MPesa to complete the process.
Concerns Over Funding and Placement
The Variable Scholarship Loan Funding Model introduced two years ago has created uncertainty. KUCCPS usually displays program costs on its portal, but this year, those details are missing.
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The High Court ruled against the funding model, but the government appealed. As of now, no official communication has been made regarding how the 246,000 students who qualified for university admission in 2024 will be financially supported.
Limited University Options
Many students are frustrated by the lack of public university choices. Some applicants report that only Nyandarua University was available for certain programs.
Students are considering factors like:
- Tuition costs
- University reputation
- Geographical location
What’s Next for KUCCPS Applicants?
The course revision deadline is approaching fast. Students must act quickly to secure placements before May 27, 2025.
KUCCPS has urged applicants to log in and revise their choices before the window closes. Those who fail to secure placements may have to wait for future intakes or explore alternative education pathways.
KUCCPS plays a crucial role in university and college placements, but students continue to face challenges. The government must address funding concerns, system errors, and limited course options to ensure a smooth transition for learners. For now, students should stay informed, revise their choices, and prepare for the next steps in their education journey.
KUCCPS Woes: Thousands of Students Struggle to Revise Courses.