Every programme at SCU is designed to form the whole person — intellect, character and faith — so our graduates lead with competence and conviction wherever they are sent.
Mentorship and Christian discipleship are woven into academic life, not bolted on.
You learn directly from PhD-holding lecturers and active practitioners who know you by name.
Our alumni serve the church, the classroom and the marketplace in 30+ countries.
“To one mature person — εις ἄνδρα τέλειον.”
Founded in 1962 as Scott Theological College, our university has trained generations of Christian leaders across East Africa. Today we are a fully chartered university offering bachelors, masters and doctoral programmes across three schools.
Education for mind, character and spirit — preparing the whole person for service.
Faithful to Scripture and the historic Africa Inland Church tradition.
Chartered by the Government of Kenya and accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE), with research-active faculty. See our accreditations →
Anchored in Machakos, sending graduates across Africa and the world.
From certificate through doctorate across four academic divisions.
Pastors, teachers and professionals serving across 30+ countries.
Including 38 PhD-holding lecturers and active researchers.
Established 1962 by the Africa Inland Church Kenya.
From Scott Christian University, I proudly present a generation of graduates shaped by faith, excellence, and purpose. We release them to the world equipped to lead, serve, and make a meaningful impact. Join us as we celebrate this milestone on 14th August 2026, a moment of achievement, hope, and new beginnings.
Scott Christian University invites you to the Legacy Dinner on Friday, 18th September 2026, at Emara Ole-Sereni Hotel, Nairobi. Join distinguished leaders, alumni, partners, and friends of the University for an evening of purpose, partnership, and philanthropy as we strengthen academic excellence and build momentum toward the KES 750 Million Mega Fund Drive on 9th October 2026.
Join us for the Virtual International Scientific Conference 2026 on 22nd–23rd October 2026. We invite scholars, researchers, professionals, and postgraduate students to share innovative research addressing today's global challenges. Submit your abstract by 30th July 2026, with full papers due on 10th September 2026. Be part of a global academic community advancing knowledge, innovation, and sustainable solutions for a better future.
Help shape tomorrow's legacy.
Every great institution is built by people who choose to make a difference. Whether you attend our events, partner with us, contribute to our fundraising initiatives, or participate in our academic conferences, you become part of Scott Christian University's enduring legacy of leadership, scholarship, innovation, and service. Together, we are building a stronger university for future generations.
Applications are now open for undergraduate, masters and doctoral programmes. Speak to an admissions counsellor about scholarships and available pathways.
Apply nowSCU did not just train me to preach — it formed me to think theologically about the everyday work of a pastor in a Nairobi estate.
The teacher-education programme is the only reason I am the principal I am today. Small classes, serious lecturers, and a faith that takes scholarship seriously.
I came for the business school and stayed for the community. Four years later I run a consulting firm — and a Bible study group of fellow alumni in Westlands.
Applications are open for undergraduate, masters and doctoral programmes. Speak to an admissions counsellor about scholarships and pathways.
