Daystar University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #5913 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #236 of 1,104 | In Africa |
| #16 of 63 | In Kenya |
| #7 of 24 | In Nairobi |
| #930 of 1,042 | 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 413 scientific papers with 2,709 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Political Science, Sociology, Law, Environmental Science, Medicine, Business, Psychology, Computer Science, and Philosophy.
Daystar University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | 0 | 2 |
| 1998 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 | 5 | 1 |
| 2003 | 2 | 2 |
| 2004 | 1 | 3 |
| 2005 | 0 | 10 |
| 2006 | 1 | 13 |
| 2007 | 4 | 17 |
| 2008 | 1 | 11 |
| 2009 | 8 | 38 |
| 2010 | 6 | 30 |
| 2011 | 6 | 39 |
| 2012 | 6 | 45 |
| 2013 | 7 | 80 |
| 2014 | 8 | 84 |
| 2015 | 10 | 90 |
| 2016 | 15 | 95 |
| 2017 | 39 | 89 |
| 2018 | 15 | 101 |
| 2019 | 33 | 133 |
| 2020 | 45 | 153 |
| 2021 | 26 | 292 |
| 2022 | 32 | 319 |
| 2023 | 50 | 405 |
| 2024 | 57 | 346 |
| 2025 | 35 | 349 |
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, Actuarial Science, Business Administration, Business and Commerce, Business Education, Communication Studies, Computer Education, Computer Science, Economics, Education, English, Environmental Studies, French, Health Sciences, Information Technology, International Relations and Diplomacy, Literature, Logistics Management, Marketing, Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Media Studies, Music, Music Education, Nursing, Peace and Disarmament, Physics, Preschool Education, 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, Clinical Psychology, Communication Studies, Development Studies, Economics, Finance, Human Resources, International Relations and Diplomacy, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Media Studies, Psychology, Social and Community Services, Theology |
| Doctor's Degree | Business Administration, Clinical Psychology, Communication Studies, Development Studies, Management, Psychology |
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
-
Collins Injera, OGW, OLY is a former Kenyan rugby player. He holds third place for the number of tries scored on the World Rugby Sevens Series with 279. He is known for his achievements with Kenyan national rugby sevens team.
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Naisula Lesuuda
- Years
- 1984-.. (age 42)
- Occupations
- journalistpolitician
- Biography
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Naisula Josephine Lesuuda, is a Kenyan politician and women's rights activist. She is a Member of the Parliament of Kenya.
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Anne Mungai
- Occupations
- filmmakerfilm directorfilm producerdocumentary filmmaker
- Biography
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Dr. Anne G. Mungai was 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
| School : Applied Human Sciences | Child Care and Development, Development Studies, Psychology, Social and Community Services, Social Studies, Social Work |
|---|---|
| School : Arts and Social Sciences | Christian Religious Studies, Education, International Relations and Diplomacy, Peace and Disarmament, Theology |
| School : Business and Economics | Accountancy, Business Administration, Business Computing, Economics, Finance, Human Resources, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Sales Techniques, Transport Management |
| School : Communication | Communication Studies, English, French, Literature, Media Studies, Music, Swahili |
| School : Human and Social Sciences | Child Care and Development, Clinical Psychology, Development Studies, Family Studies, Psychology, Rehabilitation and Therapy, Social Work |
| School : Law | Law |
| School : Nursing | Nursing |
| School : Science, Engineering and Health | Actuarial Science, Applied Mathematics, Biomedicine, Computer Science, Environmental Studies, Health Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics |
General information
| Alternative names | DU |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1989 |
| Accreditation | Commission for University Education (CUE) |
Location and contacts
| Address | P.O. Box 44400-00100 Nairobi Kenya |
|---|---|
| City population | 5,545,000 |