Scholarships for Ethiopian Students 2025 - 2026 - Page 4

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.

    • World Food Prize logo
    • Call for Nominations: World Food Prize 2026 ($500,000 award)

      Applications are open for the World Food Prize 2026. The World Food Prize is the foremost international award recognizing the accomplishments of individuals who have advanced human development by improving the quality, quantity, or availability of food in the world. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 16 Jan, 2025

    • IWA MEWE Early Career Researcher Award logo
    • IWA MEWE Early Career Researcher Award 2025

      Applications are ongoing for the IWA MEWE Early Career Researcher Award 2025. This Award recognizes accomplishments of early-career professionals in the field of MEWE, who are within 5 years after PhD/highest degree at the time of nomination, and who are active not only in the academic environment but also in the industry or (non-)governmental organizations, among other relevant sectors.

      Date Posted: 16 Jan, 2025

    • IWA MEWE Mid Career Researcher Award logo
    • IWA MEWE Mid Career Researcher Award 2025

      Applications are ongoing for the IWA MEWE Mid-Career Award 2025. This Award recognises sustained accomplishments of a mid-career professional in the field of MEWE, who is within 15 years after PhD/highest degree at the time of nomination, and who are active not only in the academic environment but also in the industry or (non-)governmental organisations, among other relevant sectors.

      Date Posted: 16 Jan, 2025

    • ETH4D Doctoral Mentorship Grants logo
    • ETH4D Doctoral Mentorship Grants 2025 (up to 15k CHF)

      Applications are open for the ETH4D Doctoral Mentorship Grants 2025. ETH for Development (ETH4D) provides grants for mentoring doctoral candidates from low- and lower-middle-income countries. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 16 Jan, 2025

    • UNHCR Internship Program logo
    • UNHCR Internship Program 2025 (Stipend Available)

      Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of refugees and displaced individuals? The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) offers a dynamic internship program for talented, motivated, and passionate individuals from around the globe. Gain invaluable experience in the humanitarian sector while contributing to UNHCR’s mission of protecting and supporting people forced to flee.

      Date Posted: 15 Jan, 2025

    • BBC World Service Languages Future Voices Program logo
    • BBC World Service Languages Future Voices Training Program 2025 (Paid)

      Are you at the beginning of your career and have what it takes to be a journalist at the BBC? Are you a person with a disability, a fluent speaker of English and any one of these World Service languages; French, Gahuza Swahili, Portuguese, Arabic, Amharic, Tigrinya, Oromo, Igbo, Yoruba, Hausa, Tamasheq, Dzarma, Kikuyu, Kalenjin, Spanish, Malagasy or Dholuo? If yes, this opportunity is for you!

      Date Posted: 15 Jan, 2025

    • NGO Whisperer Global Fellowship Programme logo
    • NGO Whisperer Global Fellowship Programme for Leaders Worldwide 2025 (Scholarship Available)

      Applications are open for the NGO Whisperer Global Fellowship Programme 2025. The NGO Whisperer Global Fellowship Programme is an accredited seven-month rigorous virtual leadership programme for exceptional leaders and founders of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and social enterprises worldwide, especially those from low and middle-income countries. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 14 Jan, 2025

    • Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program logo
    • Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program 2025 (Fully-Funded)

      Applications for the Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program 2025 are now open. The JJ/WBGSP is open to citizens of certain developing countries with relevant professional experience and a history of supporting their countries' development efforts who are applying to a master's degree program in a development-related topic. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 14 Jan, 2025

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FAQs

 

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.