This is the first time the institution will admit students using the national placement system, a move expected to increase access and fairness in admissions.
The announcement was made by KUCCPS Chief Executive Officer Agnes Wahome after a meeting with the management of Kenya Utalii College on Wednesday, January 20.
The announcement was made by KUCCPS Chief Executive Officer Agnes Wahome after a meeting with the management of Kenya Utalii College on Wednesday, January 20.
Wahome confirmed that all hospitality and tourism programmes offered by the college will be uploaded to the KUCCPS portal ahead of the 2026 university and TVET application cycle.
The new arrangement means students across the country will no longer need to apply directly to Kenya Utalii College.
The new arrangement means students across the country will no longer need to apply directly to Kenya Utalii College.
Instead, they will use the same system that places students into universities, colleges, and technical institutions.
This is expected to simplify the application process and give more learners a fair opportunity to join the institution.
According to Wahome, the KUCCPS placement system promotes fairness, transparency, and merit in access to higher education and training.
According to Wahome, the KUCCPS placement system promotes fairness, transparency, and merit in access to higher education and training.
She noted that the system ensures institutions attract students from all parts of Kenya, reflecting national diversity and equal opportunity.
Beyond student placement, the partnership between KUCCPS and Kenya Utalii College will also focus on labour market research, career pathways, and grassroots mobilisation.
Beyond student placement, the partnership between KUCCPS and Kenya Utalii College will also focus on labour market research, career pathways, and grassroots mobilisation.
This means students will receive better guidance on career opportunities in the hospitality and tourism sector, helping them choose courses that match market demand.
Wahome said Kenya Utalii College is the latest specialised institution to join the KUCCPS system.
Wahome said Kenya Utalii College is the latest specialised institution to join the KUCCPS system.
Others that have recently transitioned include the Kenya School of Law (KSL) and the Morendat Institute of Oil and Gas, signalling a growing shift toward centralised and transparent student placement.
Kenya Utalii College Principal Mark Ogendi welcomed the collaboration, describing it as a major milestone for the institution.
Kenya Utalii College Principal Mark Ogendi welcomed the collaboration, describing it as a major milestone for the institution.
He said the move will support the college’s plans to expand its training capacity and reach more students across the country.
Ogendi revealed that Kenya Utalii College is currently expanding its campuses in Kisumu, Kilifi, and Narok counties.
Ogendi revealed that Kenya Utalii College is currently expanding its campuses in Kisumu, Kilifi, and Narok counties.
The expansion aims to meet the growing demand for skilled workers in the hospitality and tourism industry, both locally and internationally.
According to KUCCPS, Kenya Utalii College is an affiliate member of UN Tourism and is recognised as a Centre of Excellence in hospitality training.
According to KUCCPS, Kenya Utalii College is an affiliate member of UN Tourism and is recognised as a Centre of Excellence in hospitality training.
The institution has trained professionals for the Kenyan and global hospitality and tourism markets for over 50 years, making it one of the most respected hospitality schools in the region.
The announcement comes shortly after Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba released the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results on January 9.
The announcement comes shortly after Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba released the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results on January 9.
A total of 993,000 candidates sat the national examination, including 492,019 boys and 501,214 girls.
From the results, 270,715 candidates scored a mean grade of C+ and above, qualifying for direct university admission.
From the results, 270,715 candidates scored a mean grade of C+ and above, qualifying for direct university admission.
Meanwhile, 507,131 candidates attained C- and above, making them eligible for diploma and certificate courses.
Those who scored D+ and above totalled 634,082, meaning many learners qualify for TVET and specialised college programmes.
With hospitality and tourism courses now available on the KUCCPS portal, many students who may not have qualified for university admission will still have a clear pathway to professional training and employment.
The government hopes that integrating Kenya Utalii College into the KUCCPS system will strengthen skills development, boost youth employment, and support the growth of Kenya’s tourism industry, which remains a key pillar of the national economy.
With hospitality and tourism courses now available on the KUCCPS portal, many students who may not have qualified for university admission will still have a clear pathway to professional training and employment.
The government hopes that integrating Kenya Utalii College into the KUCCPS system will strengthen skills development, boost youth employment, and support the growth of Kenya’s tourism industry, which remains a key pillar of the national economy.
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