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Your application to SCU,
step by step.

Thank you for your interest in Scott Christian University. We accept applications twice a year — September and January — across all three schools and every level of study.

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Students at Scott Christian University
Intakes
April · September
Mode of study
Regular · Trimester
Application fee
KSh 1 200 – 1 500
Decision in
2–3 weeks
Application process

Four steps to becoming a student.

Most students complete the full application in under an hour. We'll guide you through each step.

STEP 01

Choose your programme

Browse our 27 programmes across theology, education and TIVET. Reach out to admissions if you'd like to discuss a fit.

STEP 02

Submit your application

Complete the online form and upload your KCSE / KCPE certificates, ID copy, two recommendations and a personal statement.

STEP 03

Pay the application fee

KSh 1 200 for diploma and bachelors; KSh 1 500 for masters and doctoral. Non-refundable, payable via M-Pesa or bank transfer.

STEP 04

Receive your offer

Decisions are issued within 2–3 weeks. Once accepted, you'll receive a joining letter and orientation pack.

Entry requirements

Who can apply.

Minimum requirements differ by level. Mature-entry applicants (25+) may also qualify through KASNEB, CPA or equivalent professional certifications.

Certificate
KCSE mean grade D+ (plain) or equivalent.
Diploma
KCSE mean grade C (plain) or a relevant Certificate.
Bachelors
KCSE mean grade C+ with C+ in two cluster subjects, or a credit-pass Diploma.
Masters
Bachelors degree, second-class upper division (or lower-division with two years of relevant experience).
Doctoral (PhD)
Masters degree in a relevant field, plus a research proposal and interview.
Online application

Begin your application

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Fees & funding

What it costs · how we help.

Indicative tuition per academic year, in Kenyan Shillings. Full fee schedules and payment plans are sent with your offer letter.

LevelTuition / yearApplication feeOther fees
Certificate & DiplomaKSh 78 000KSh 1 200KSh 12 000
Bachelors — Theology / EducationKSh 142 000KSh 1 200KSh 18 000
Bachelors — TIVETKSh 156 000KSh 1 200KSh 18 000
MastersKSh 198 000KSh 1 500KSh 24 000
Doctoral (PhD)KSh 240 000KSh 1 500KSh 30 000
Scholarships

Up to 50% off tuition for qualifying students.

SCU offers needs-based bursaries, academic-merit scholarships and church-sponsorship matching. The Campus-to-Campus Marathon funds new awards each year.

Scholarship guide
How to pay

Bank account details

Pay your application or tuition fees via direct bank deposit, mobile money or in person at the Bursar's Office.

Account name
Scott Christian University
Bank & branch
KCB · Machakos
Account number (KSh)
1108 942 037
Swift code
KCBLKENX
Paybill (M-Pesa)
522 522 · Account: Student ID
Reference
Your full name + Student ID