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Scott Christian University

country rank  61
world rank  12296

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Overview

Established in 1989, the Scott Christian University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Machakos (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Commission for University Education of Kenya, Scott Christian University (SCU) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational Kenyan higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Nondenominational religion. Scott Christian University (SCU) 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 and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 36-year-old Kenyan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this Kenyan higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SCU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Scott Christian University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Scott Christian University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Scott Christian University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Scott Christian University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym SCU
Founded 1989
Motto Building Leadership, Challenging Minds, Growing Faith
Colours Blue, gold and white
Mascot
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University Location

Address PO Box 49
Machakos
90100 Machakos
Kenya
Scott Christian University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Scott Christian University Phone Number 713 745 404
Scott Christian University Fax Number
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

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




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Scott Christian 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 Scott Christian University.



Scott Christian University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Scott Christian University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Scott Christian University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 90-99% 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


Scott Christian University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Scott Christian University's Admission Office Admission Office


Machakos 90100
706 381 396
713 745 404

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Scott Christian University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Scott Christian University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Scott Christian University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Scott Christian University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Scott Christian University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Scott Christian University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution 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.


Scott Christian University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Scott Christian University is Christian-Nondenominational Religious Affiliation

Christian-Nondenominational.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Scott Christian University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Scott Christian University's Library


Scott Christian University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Scott Christian University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Scott Christian University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Scott Christian University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Scott Christian University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Scott Christian University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Scott Christian University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Scott Christian University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Scott Christian University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Scott Christian University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Commission for University Education of Kenya

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1997


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Accrediting Council for Theological Education in Africa (ACTEA)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Scott Christian University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Scott Christian University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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Scott Christian University's Facebook page review

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Scott Christian University's X page review

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Scott Christian University's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

Scott Christian University's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Scott Christian University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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