Daystar University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #6312 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #248 of 1,104 | In Africa |
| #15 of 63 | In Kenya |
| #7 of 24 | In Nairobi |
| #894 of 1,052 | For Broadcast Journalism |
Quick Review
- Religion
- Christian
- Acceptance rate
- 92%
- Enrollment
- 1,500
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Private
- Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- daystar.ac.ke
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 92% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education grade C+, or equivalent |
| Academic Calendar | August to May |
| Enrollment | 1,500 |
We've calculated the 92% acceptance rate for Daystar University based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Daystar University has published 236 scientific papers with 1,338 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Political Science, Sociology, Law, Environmental Science, Medicine, Business, Philosophy, Psychology, and Economics.
Daystar University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 | 4 | 1 |
| 2003 | 1 | 1 |
| 2004 | 1 | 2 |
| 2005 | 0 | 3 |
| 2006 | 1 | 10 |
| 2007 | 3 | 11 |
| 2008 | 1 | 10 |
| 2009 | 8 | 29 |
| 2010 | 3 | 21 |
| 2011 | 6 | 33 |
| 2012 | 6 | 37 |
| 2013 | 6 | 64 |
| 2014 | 5 | 74 |
| 2015 | 7 | 65 |
| 2016 | 11 | 60 |
| 2017 | 32 | 58 |
| 2018 | 12 | 59 |
| 2019 | 18 | 76 |
| 2020 | 28 | 85 |
| 2021 | 20 | 169 |
| 2022 | 23 | 189 |
| 2023 | 32 | 244 |
Tuition
| Local studetns | 5,650.00 per credit hour per semester (KES) |
|---|
Daystar University has financial aid programs.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Daystar University.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | No |
| Biology | Yes | No | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | No |
| Chemistry | Yes | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engineering | No | No | No |
| Environmental Science | Yes | No | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | No |
| Mathematics | Yes | No | No |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | No | No |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | No |
| Bachelor's Degree | Accountancy, Advertising and Publicity, Bible, Business and Commerce, Business Computing, Business Education, Communication Studies, Computer Education, Computer Science, Economics, English, Environmental Studies, Foreign Languages Education, French, Health Sciences, Literature, Marketing, Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Media Studies, Music, Music Education, Nursing, Peace and Disarmament, Physics, Preschool Education, Public Relations, Religious Education, Religious Studies, Sales Techniques, Social and Community Services, Social Work, Swahili, Theology, Transport Management |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate Diploma | Child Care and Development, Education |
| Master's Degree | Business Administration, Child Care and Development, Christian Religious Studies, Communication Studies, Finance, Human Resources, Management, Marketing, Media Studies, Psychology, Theology |
| Doctor's Degree | Communication Studies |
Notable alumni
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Larry Madowo
- Occupations
- journalist
- Biography
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Larry Madowo is a CNN International Correspondent and host of the African Voices Changemakers and Playmakers series. He was previously a North America Correspondent for the BBC and also anchored breaking news and presented BBC World News America from Washington, DC. He was a 2019-20 Knight-Bagehot Fellow in Economics and Business Journalism at Columbia University in New York and the BBC Africa Business Editor until 2019. He is a reporter, broadcaster, writer and news anchor whose range includes business, technology, current affairs, politics and popular culture. His work has been featured on major global outlets including the BBC, CNN International, the Washington Post, and the Guardian.
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Collins Injera
- Occupations
- rugby union player
- Biography
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Collins Injera is a former Kenyan rugby player. He holds the second place for the number of tries scored on the World Rugby Sevens Series with 271. He is known for his achievements with Kenyan national rugby sevens team.
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Anne Mungai
- Occupations
- film directorfilmmakerdocumentary filmmakerfilm producer
- Biography
-
Dr. Anne G. Mungai is a Kenyan film director. She is best known for her feature length film, Saikati (1992). She is known for exploring the stories of young African women and the challenges they face while navigating post-colonial Africa.
Daystar University faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Arts and Humanities | Bible, Education, International Relations and Diplomacy, Peace and Disarmament, Theology |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Science, Engineering and Health | Actuarial Science, Applied Mathematics, Biomedicine, Computer Science, Environmental Studies, Health Sciences, Mathematics, Nursing, Physics, Statistics |
| School : Business and Economics | Accountancy, Business Administration, Business Computing, Economics, Finance, Human Resources, Management, Marketing, Sales Techniques, Transport Management |
| School : Communication, Language and Performing Arts | Advertising and Publicity, Communication Studies, English, French, Literature, Media Studies, Music, Public Relations, Swahili |
| School : Human and Social Sciences | Child Care and Development, Clinical Psychology, Development Studies, Family Studies, Psychology, Rehabilitation and Therapy, Social Work |
General information
| Alternative names | DU |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1989 |
| Accreditation | Commission for Higher Education |
Location and contacts
| Address | PO Box 44400 Nairobi Kenya |
|---|---|
| City population | 5,545,000 |