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Overview

Africa International University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the metropolis of Nairobi, Kenya. Founded in 2011, Africa International University (AIU) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Commission for University Education. AIU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. International students are welcome to apply. AIU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Africa International University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Africa International University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Africa International University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Africa International University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot available

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym AIU
Founded 2011 Origins date back to 1983
Motto Education with Passion and Integrity
Colours Red, black and white
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Location

Address PO Box 24686
Nairobi
00502 Nairobi
Kenya
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Africa International University Phone Number (20) 260 3663
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Website

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Recognition and Accreditation

Africa International University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Africa International University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Commission for University Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2011


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Africa International University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association for Christian Theological Education in Africa (ACTEA)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Africa International University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Africa International University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Africa International University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Africa International University's academic range and degree level offering.



Africa International University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes Yes
M&H
S&T Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

Africa International University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Africa International University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Africa International University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Africa International University.



Africa International University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Africa International University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Africa International University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Africa International University Admission Info


Africa International University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Africa International University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Africa International University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Africa International University has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Africa International University's acceptance rate is not available.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Africa International University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Africa International University's Admission Office Admission Office

Rhino Park Road
Nairobi 24686
0734 958 482 / 0725 841 885


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Size and Profile

Africa International University Size and Profile


Africa International University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Africa International University has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Africa International University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Africa International University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Africa International University's Control Type Control Type

Africa International University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Africa International University's Entity Type Entity Type

Africa International University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Africa International University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Africa International University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Africa International University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Africa International University adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.


Africa International University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Africa International University is Christian-Evangelical Religious Affiliation

Christian-Evangelical.



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Facilities and Services

Africa International University Facilities


Africa International University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Africa International University's Library

The Tony Wilmot Memorial Library at Africa International University is named in honor of Anthony Talbot de Burgh Wilmot, NEGST's first Principal.

The library's collection comprises approximately 61,000 items, encompassing books, periodicals, audio-visual materials, maps, pamphlets, CD ROMs, and online databases. Notably, it holds a prominent position as one of the leading theological libraries in Africa. Its services are open to students, faculty, staff, alumni, as well as external researchers from other institutions and churches.


Africa International University's Housing University Housing

Yes

For more information about Africa International University's student housing and other services, students can visit the official website: https://www.aiu.ac.ke/life-at-aiu/students-affairs-department/cafeteria-student-housing


Africa International University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes

Africa International University provides a range of sport facilities and activities for its students. The available options include:

  • Volleyball
  • Soccer
  • Basketball
  • Athletics

The sport facilities at Africa International University consist of:

  • Soccer ground(s)
  • Basketball court(s)
  • Gym(s)

For more information about clubs and societies, visit the official website: https://www.aiu.ac.ke/life-at-aiu/clubs-and-societies


Africa International University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Africa International University Services


Africa International University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes

At Africa International University, students can access various financial aids to support their education, including:

  1. Work scholarship
  2. Academic Honor (merit) Scholarship
  3. Teaching and Research Fellowship
  4. Student Activities Scholarship
  5. Special Scholarship
  6. Hardship Scholarship


Africa International University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes

Africa International University offers the following exchange programs and study abroad opportunities:

  • Exchange program with University of Life Sciences "King Mihai I" from Timisoara under Erasmus+


Africa International University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

Africa International University offers distance learning opportunities through its online platform at https://odel.aiu.ac.ke. Further details about the courses and programs available in this mode of study are not provided in the current text.


Africa International University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Africa International University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Africa International University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Africa International University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Africa International University
  • School of Theology
  • School of Business and Economics
  • School of Education, Arts and Social Sciences
  • Institute for Studies of African Realities

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Memberships and Affiliations

Africa International University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Africa International University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Kenya Educational Network (KENET)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Africa International University public or private?

Africa International University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Africa International University profit or non-profit?

Africa International University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Africa International University in terms of enrollment?

Africa International University has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Africa International University in terms of academic staff?

Africa International University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is Africa International University a coeducational institution?

Africa International University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Africa International University use?

Africa International University adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.

What religion is Africa International University affiliated with?

Christian-Evangelical.

Does Africa International University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Africa International University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Africa International University's acceptance rate is not available. This university has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Africa International University AIU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Africa International University AIU located?

Africa International University is located in Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya. Address: PO Box 24686.

Is Africa International University AIU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Africa International University is accredited by Commission for University Education (since 2011).

Does Africa International University offer financial aid?

Yes

At Africa International University, students can access various financial aids to support their education, including:

  1. Work scholarship
  2. Academic Honor (merit) Scholarship
  3. Teaching and Research Fellowship
  4. Student Activities Scholarship
  5. Special Scholarship
  6. Hardship Scholarship

Does Africa International University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Africa International University offers the following exchange programs and study abroad opportunities:

  • Exchange program with University of Life Sciences "King Mihai I" from Timisoara under Erasmus+

Does Africa International University have a university library?

Yes

The Tony Wilmot Memorial Library at Africa International University is named in honor of Anthony Talbot de Burgh Wilmot, NEGST's first Principal.

The library's collection comprises approximately 61,000 items, encompassing books, periodicals, audio-visual materials, maps, pamphlets, CD ROMs, and online databases. Notably, it holds a prominent position as one of the leading theological libraries in Africa. Its services are open to students, faculty, staff, alumni, as well as external researchers from other institutions and churches.

Does Africa International University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

For more information about Africa International University's student housing and other services, students can visit the official website: https://www.aiu.ac.ke/life-at-aiu/students-affairs-department/cafeteria-student-housing

Does Africa International University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Africa International University provides a range of sport facilities and activities for its students. The available options include:

  • Volleyball
  • Soccer
  • Basketball
  • Athletics

The sport facilities at Africa International University consist of:

  • Soccer ground(s)
  • Basketball court(s)
  • Gym(s)

For more information about clubs and societies, visit the official website: https://www.aiu.ac.ke/life-at-aiu/clubs-and-societies

Does Africa International University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Africa International University offer career services?

Yes

Does Africa International University offer distance learning?

Yes

Africa International University offers distance learning opportunities through its online platform at https://odel.aiu.ac.ke. Further details about the courses and programs available in this mode of study are not provided in the current text.

Does Africa International University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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