US Degrees

Through our partnership with SNHU, Kepler has graduated 763 students including 173 who are refugees.

In 2013, Kepler was presented with an opportunity to increase its impact through a partnership with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU)’s Global Education Movement (GEM), a network which provides students in East Africa with access to US accredited bachelor’s degrees. In addition to degree work, a passionate team of academic and career advisors and instructors support students with a strong foundation and life and career support services to graduate transformational leaders who are changing their communities.

Learn more about SNHU’s Global Education Movement

Beyond graduation numbers, 90% of our students are employed within 6 months of graduation. We attribute this success to Kepler’s secret sauce which includes building a strong foundation, a competency based degree program in partnership with SNHU and wrap-around services that include academic, career and employment support. Through our foundation program that focuses on key basic skills, English language, technology, critical thinking and professional competencies, students acquire core skills to drive success in class and at work. SNHU’s competitive self-paced bachelor’s degrees offered at Kepler include business management, communications and healthcare. Click here to learn about the degree requirements and how to apply.

Become a Kepler student!

Kepler in partnership with Southern New Hampshire University is offering innovative, online, US-accredited bachelor's degrees in Business management and Communications. The journey at Kepler begins with a foundation program that foocuses on key basic skills, English language, technology, critical thinking and professional competencies, students acquire core skills to drive success in class and at work. After this, students enroll in their degrees and take additional modules to make them life and market ready. Our career services ensure students secure gainful employment. Join us today!

Degrees offered

Bachelors of Arts in Management
The BA in Management allows students to learn to plan, direct and coordinate the operations of an organizations as they prepare to advance and excel in management roles. Concentrations are available in Insurance Services, Logistics & Operations and Public Administration.

Bachelor of Arts in Communications
The BA in Communications degree is designed using insights from workforce and industry leaders on what communications skills today's people-oriented professionals must possess. Concentrations are available in Business and Healthcare.

Admission Criteria

Two principal passes in National Examination (Rwandan applicants, equivalent for international students)
Secondary/high school scores ( S4, S5 & S6)
Strong interest in business studies/management
Strong English skills
Leadership skills
Upfront payment or show commitment to repaying a student loan after securing employment. Scholarships are available for eligible refugees in Rwanda and people with disabilities.
Valid national/refugee ID or passport
Police clearance letter (international students only)

Admissions Timeline

Online Application Period – October 21 to December 30, 2022

Admission Entrance Exam – January 17, 2023 (Except International Applicants who will take the test on the 25th February 2023)

Admit Day – January 27, 2023

Registration Fee Payment – January 23, 2023 – January 27, 2023

Orientation – March 13-17, 2023

Class Start – March 20, 2023

Online Application

Personal contact information, including phone numbers
Secondary/high school scores for the last three years ( S4, S5 and S6) with an average of 60% or above
National exam scores with at least two principal passes in the main subjects
Brief responses about your interest and motivation for applying to Kepler
An active email address

During the Admission Test

National ID or Passport
Ubudehe certificate (for Rwandans only)
S4, S5 and S6 reports (final three years of secondary school reports)
Secondary/High school certificate or National exam result slip
National exam registration number/index.

NB. International applicants who are not in Rwanda will complete the admission test online.

Registration Requirements

Achieve at least 60% in the Kepler Entry Exams
Notarized copy of your Secondary School Diploma or its equivalent recognized by REB for international students
Parent/guardian and student need to attend an Admit Day event to understand the educational and financial commitment of attending SNHU through Kepler Program
Bank slip providing proof of payment of 50,000 Frw for registration fees
Have a laptop and a smartphone or other device to access the internet (NB. Kepler provides a laptop loan for interested students)

Accepted students will only be allowed to move in upon presenting the following:

Valid Mutuelle de Santé card or valid private health insurance card acceptable in Rwanda.
Valid police clearance letter and passport for student visa requirements (for international students only)

Additional Requirements

Durable backpack or messenger bag for securely carrying a laptop
Accepted students may choose to bring their own laptops but will need to check with the Admissions team to meet the required computer specifications.
Bank account number
Water Bottle

Fee Information

– For the upcoming academic year, the annual tuition fee is 1,650,000 RWF for applicants within Rwanda, and 3,200USD for international applicants.This tuition covers access to modules, graduation and diploma fees, all Kepler academic support, internet access, student support services including nurse and counselor, events, etc.

– Rwandan applicants may select a 100% deferred payment (choose to pay with an interest after graduation and securing a jobs)

– International applicants can only pay upfront

– In addition, all students who are accepted and choose to enroll at Kepler will be required to pay a 50,000 RWF registration fee to secure their spot no later than January 26, 2023.

*Financial aid is available*

Women, refugees, people with disabilities and people from other diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Application is Now Open

Note: Only Interantional Applicants can still apply until February 25, 2023.

Email: admissions@kepler.org

Phone: +250 (0) 78 977 3042