Scott Christian University (SCU) is a private Christian university in Machakos County, Kenya, with roots in theological education. Formerly known as Scott Theological College, it now provides theology, education, social science, business, computing, leadership and TVET-related programmes. This article updates the original 2016 intake and fee links with SCU’s current course and admissions services.
Official Scott Christian University portals
- University official website
- Academic programme descriptions
- Admissions process and fee information
- Online application and course catalogue
- Student portal
- KUCCPS listed programmes
Courses offered at Scott Christian University
Its official application catalogue lists undergraduate, graduate, professional and TVET qualifications. Current programme examples include:
- Bachelor of Theology
- Bachelor of Education (Arts) and Early Childhood Development Education
- Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Business Information Technology
- Bachelor of Information Communication Technology
- Bachelor of Arts in Community Development and Counselling Psychology
- Bachelor of Leadership and Management
- Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management
- Master of Arts in Theology, Biblical Studies and Leadership and Management
- Master of Business Administration and Master of Education
- PhD in Leadership and Management and PhD in Theological Studies
- Diploma or certificate training in Christian Ministry, Business, ICT, Social Work and selected TVET trades
A programme appearing in the catalogue may not be accepting new students at every intake. Applicants must check its eligibility, approved qualification level, campus, study mode and the relevant current admissions notice.
Admission requirements
- Certificates: the university’s general minimum is KCSE mean grade D (plain) or an accepted equivalent.
- Diplomas: general minimum KCSE C−, or a relevant accredited certificate; a Diploma in Education may require KCSE C.
- Bachelor’s degrees: general minimum KCSE C+, or an accepted relevant diploma.
- Bachelor of Education: additional teaching-subject grades apply.
- Master’s programmes: a recognised bachelor’s degree meeting the programme conditions.
- Doctoral programmes: an appropriate recognised master’s degree and any required research proposal.
How to apply
- Choose a qualification and verify entry requirements on the official academic website.
- Use the university’s online applications portal or the application route specified by admissions.
- Prepare academic records, identity documentation and any requested recommendations or personal statement.
- Pay the current application charge only through the official university directions.
- Monitor the admissions decision and use the official joining letter to complete registration.
- If placed by KUCCPS, follow the government’s placement and SCU joining guidance.
Application fees, tuition and intakes
SCU’s official admissions page listed a non-refundable KSh 1,200 application fee for diploma and bachelor’s courses and KSh 1,500 for master’s and doctoral programmes at the time of review. These are application fees, not the same as tuition. The university publishes indicative tuition by qualification and mode; the current admission letter and fee schedule take precedence.
The admissions website displayed a September 2026 intake notice and refers to January and other application periods. The next available intake should be checked directly, since some notices refer to separate programmes or cohorts. Learning modes include regular, online and blended delivery where available.
Machakos campus and contacts
Postal address: P.O. Box 49-90100, Machakos, Kenya. The current university admissions page lists telephone +254 713 745 404, +254 706 381 396 and email info@scott.ac.ke. Student services and housing information are linked from the main university website.
Editorial review: October 27, 2026. Replaced outdated 2016 admissions details, retained original post URL, publication date, author, category, tags, featured-media assignment and historic photograph.
Sources and further information
- Official application process, requirements and fees
- Live programmes and application routes
- Academic programme pages
- KUCCPS institution listing
