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Below is a list of ongoing fully-funded and partial scholarships for students in Ethiopia to help fund your studies abroad or in Ethiopia. View list, learn how to apply for scholarships and win a scholarship today.
Applications are open for the Giving Tuesday #YouthGive Africa Contest 2024. The #YouthGive Africa Contest is an exciting opportunity for young Africans (ages 14-29) to share their personal stories of generosity and community impact on a global platform. Apply now!
Date Posted: 18 Nov, 2024
Deutsche Welle is looking for young people from all over the world interested in a comprehensive, exceptional quality journalism program with an international broadcaster. Candidates should have journalism experience or be passionate about switching to journalism from law, economics, the sciences or technology/IT. Apply now if you meet this requirement!
Date Posted: 16 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the British Airways 2024 Emerging Talent Internship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Nov, 2024
Applications for the Africa CDC Kofi Annan Global Health Leadership Programme 2024/2025 are now open. The aim is to support aspirational Public Health Leaders (Fellows) from Africa in acquiring advanced skills and competencies to strategize, manage and lead public health programmes that will transform public health in Africa.
Date Posted: 16 Nov, 2024
Are you a human rights defender keen to use the UN to push for change at home? If so, apply for the 2025 edition of ISHR's flagship training, the Human Rights Defender Advocacy Programme (HRDAP)!
Date Posted: 16 Nov, 2024
DLA Piper invites applications from undergraduate law students in the penultimate year of their degree, and postgraduate law students who would like to pursue a two-year postgraduate qualification in a related field. To be eligible, students must be studying in their home country, which must be a country covered by the programme.
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2024
Jan Patočka Junior Visiting Fellows will be invited to spend five months between September 2025 and June 2026 at the IWM to pursue their research projects. Applications are now open for this opportunity. Apply now!
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the United Nations Academic Impact/MCN Millennium Fellowship Class of 2025. The Fellowship is a semester-long leadership development programme on your campus to take your social impact to the next level. Access to world class training, connections, and recognition is just an application away.
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2024
Are you a young changemaker passionate about sustainability and innovation? Applications are open for the Mediterranean Youth Water Hackathon 2025. Apply now!
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2024
Applications for the Dell STEM Aspire - Female Mentoring Program 2025 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and I apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Global Nomads Group Content Creation Lab (CCL) Internship 2025. The Content Creation Lab (CCL) is a unique virtual internship for global youth ages 12-24. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2024
Applications for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at CMU-Africa 2024/2025 are now open. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program was established at CMU-Africa in 2016. The program provides generous financial, social, and academic support for students whose talent and promise exceed their financial resources.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
Are you an innovative leader committed to leveraging Artificial Intelligence (Al) to solve Africa's challenges? Do you want to lead the conversation on Al and innovation in your community, while gaining access to a global network of change agents? Apply for the Global Al Council Africa Ambassador Program 2024.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the First Book Grant for Scholars of Color 2025. The First Book Grant for Scholars of Color (FBG) supports academic sabbatical leave for research projects about Christian faith and life, the practice of ministry, religious trends and movements, Christian and other faith-based institutions, and religion and social issues.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
The Institute for Human Sciences invites applications for the Jerzy Giedroyc Junior Visiting Fellowships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Global Investigative Journalism Conference (GIJC) Fellowship 2025. With the support of sponsors and partners, the conference is offering fellowships to journalists from the Global South, and those from historically underrepresented groups to participate in the prestigious event. Competition is keen, so you need to convince them that you will make great use of the training that GIJC25 offers.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Oxford 2025. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Oxford supports passionate, locally rooted and globally minded African young people to undertake graduate studies at the University of Oxford.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Obama Foundation Leaders Asia-Pacific Program 2025-2026. From Indonesia to Hawaii, President Obama's ties to the Asia-Pacific have informed his values and his faith in the emerging generation of changemakers across the region. Apply now!
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
Applications for the Obama Foundation Leaders Africa Program 2025-2026 are now open. The Obama Foundation Leaders Africa program seeks to build a growing network of innovative and values-based changemakers who will drive positive change in their communities, the continent, and the world. Apply now!
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
Applications are ongoing for the Aqua for All Social Impact Incentives (SIINC) for WASH Enterprises. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2024
1. Why should I study in Ethiopia?
Ethiopia offers affordable education with a growing number of their institutions gaining recognition across Africa. Studying in Ethiopia provides you with the opportunity to experience a rich cultural heritage and vibrant history, alongside a diverse population. Ethiopian universities are known for having strong programs in agriculture, engineering, social sciences, and health sciences.
2. What are the top universities in Ethiopia?
Some of the top universities in Ethiopia include Addis Ababa University, Jimma University, Mekelle University, Hawassa University, and Bahir Dar University.
3. What are the admission requirements for universities in Ethiopia?
Admission requirements vary by university and program. For undergraduate programs, students must have completed secondary education and passed the Ethiopian Higher Education Entrance Qualification Certificate (EHEEQC) or its equivalent. For postgraduate programs, students are generally required to have an undergraduate degree in a related field. Some programs may require interviews or entrance exams.
4. Are scholarships available for international students in Ethiopia?
Yes, several universities in Ethiopia offer scholarships to international students. Scholarships are also available through government initiatives, international organizations, and development agencies.
5. What visa do I need to study in Ethiopia?
International students need a student visa to study in Ethiopia. To obtain a student visa, you must first be accepted by an Ethiopian university. Thereafter, you will need to submit your admission letter, a completed visa application form, proof of financial means, and your passport to the Ethiopian Embassy or Consulate in your country.
6. What language is used for instruction in Ethiopian universities?
The primary language of instruction at most Ethiopian universities is English, especially for higher education. Some undergraduate programs may also be offered in Amharic, the national language, but most international students will study in English, especially those in science, technology, and medicine-related courses.
7. What are the popular fields of study in Ethiopia?
The popular fields of study in Ethiopia include agriculture, health sciences, engineering, business, and social sciences.