At this time Strathmore College was unique as a fully integrated post-Form 4 institution offering both academic and professional courses.

[3] In October 1982, the college began evening courses in Accountancy after normal working hours, with 60 students sponsored by various companies.

In 1986, in response to a request by the trustees, the government of Kenya donated 5 acres (20,000 m2) of land on Ole Sangale Road, Madaraka[4] Estate.

In January 1992 a Distance Learning Centre was opened to offer correspondence courses in Accountancy to students who are unable to attend lectures.

[8] Strathmore University Foundation is incorporated under Kenyan laws as a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee and having no share capital.