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Daystar University

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Overview

Daystar University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Nairobi, Kenya. Founded in 1989, Daystar University (DU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Commission for University Education. DU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as 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. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 37-year-old Kenyan higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 80-89%. This places it among a least selective. International students are welcome to apply. DU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Daystar University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Daystar University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Daystar University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Daystar University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym DU
Founded 1989 Origins date back to 1971
Motto
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Location

Address Valley Road; PO Box 44400
Nairobi
00100 Nairobi
Kenya
Daystar University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Daystar University Phone Number (20) 272 3002
Daystar University Fax Number (20) 272 8338
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Website

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Recognition and Accreditation

Daystar University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1994


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Daystar University's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of Daystar University you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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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 Daystar 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

Daystar University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Daystar 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 Daystar University's academic range and degree level offering.



Daystar 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
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H
S&T Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

Daystar University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Daystar University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Daystar 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 Daystar University.



Daystar University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 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 Daystar University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Daystar University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Daystar University Admission Info


Daystar University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Daystar University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Daystar University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Daystar University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution.


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


Daystar University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Daystar University's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 44400
Nairobi 00100



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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Daystar University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Daystar University Size and Profile


Daystar University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Daystar University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Daystar University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Daystar University's academic staff number is not reported.


Daystar University's Control Type Control Type

Daystar 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.


Daystar University's Entity Type Entity Type

Daystar 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.


Daystar University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Daystar University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Daystar University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Daystar University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Daystar University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Daystar University is Christian-Interdenominational Religious Affiliation

Christian-Interdenominational.



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Facilities and Services

Daystar University Facilities


Daystar University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Daystar University's Library


Daystar University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Daystar University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Daystar University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Daystar University Services


Daystar University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Daystar University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Daystar University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Daystar University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Daystar University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Daystar University Organisational Structure

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

Daystar University
  • School of Arts & Humanities School of Business & Economics School of Communication
  • School of Science, Engineering and Health
  • School of Human and Social Sciences
  • School of Law
  • School of Nursing

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Memberships and Affiliations

Daystar University Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • International Association for the Promotion of Christian Higher Education (IAPCHE)


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X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daystar University public or private?

Daystar 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 Daystar University profit or non-profit?

Daystar 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 Daystar University in terms of enrollment?

Daystar University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Daystar University in terms of academic staff?

Daystar University's academic staff number is not reported.

Is Daystar University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Daystar University use?

Daystar University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Daystar University affiliated with?

Christian-Interdenominational.

Does Daystar University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Daystar University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Daystar University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Daystar University DU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). International students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Daystar University DU located?

Daystar University is located in Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya. Address: Valley Road; PO Box 44400.

Is Daystar University DU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Daystar University is accredited by Commission for University Education (since 1994).

Does Daystar University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Daystar University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Daystar University have a university library?

Yes

Does Daystar University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Daystar University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Daystar University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Daystar University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Daystar University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Daystar University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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