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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.
The Youth Development Centre, Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library is announcing the portal opening for the fifth edition of the Presidential Youth Mentorship Retreat with His Excellency, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2024
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The Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme (ESOP) supports students with a scholarship, mentorship and a network of the ETH Foundation. The scholarship covers the full study and living costs during the Master’s degree course. Apply now!
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Yale Young African Scholars Program. Yale Young African Scholars (YYAS) is an intensive academic and enrichment program designed for African secondary school students planning to pursue tertiary education and who wish to make meaningful impact as young leaders on the continent.
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Canon Foundation-Kyoto University Japan-Africa Exchange Program 2025. The program offers fellowships to highly qualified researchers in fields of research related to African Studies. Apply now!
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Afrobarometer Emerging Scholars Workshop 2024. The Afrobarometer emerging scholars workshop aspires to bring together early career researchers and experienced academic mentors to build analytical capacity on the African continent and ultimately facilitate the production of analytical outputs that make use of Afrobarometer's extensive open access datasets.
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the second annual Dart Center Documentary Film Fellowship, an immersive, weeklong fellowship for senior and mid-career documentary filmmakers who wish to deepen their knowledge of emotional trauma and psychological injury, delve into documentary ethics and craft challenges, and enrich their engagement around violence, conflict and tragedy.
Date Posted: 14 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 ICFJ/WHO Road Safety Reporting Competition. The Road Safety Reporting Competition and Awards aims to help journalists produce stories that shine a light on road crash deaths and injuries in some of the hardest-hit countries.
Date Posted: 14 Sep, 2024
The Internet Governance Forum calls for support for global south journalists! Recognizing the critical role of journalism in shaping the global digital discourse, this initiative seeks to amplify Global South voices. Selected journalists will have the opportunity to highlight key issues such as digital inclusion, cybersecurity, data governance, digital economy, human rights online, and the ethical implications of emerging technologies.
Date Posted: 14 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the NEF Africa Energy Innovation Challenge 2024. Young professionals between the ages of 18 and 35 years from Africa are invited to participate in this competition.
Date Posted: 14 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the PASET Regional Scholarship & Innovation Fund. The scholarships available for this call are 20. Of these, 16 will be awarded to Kenyan nationals based on PASET’s 80/20 rule for contributing countries, and 4 will be awarded to nationals of other countries in sub–Saharan Africa. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the Nestlé Youth NP Graduate Trainee. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Sep, 2024
Nominations are invited for the James T. Grady-James H. Stack Award for Interpreting Chemistry for the Public 2025. The purpose of the award is to recognize, encourage, and stimulate outstanding reporting directly to the public which materially increases the public's knowledge and understanding of chemistry, chemical engineering, and related fields.
Date Posted: 13 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the AfricaLics PhD Visiting Fellowship Programme 2025. AfricaLics - the African Network for Economics of Learning, Innovation and Competence Building Systems - is inviting suitable PhD student candidates from universities in African countries to apply for participation in the AfricaLics PhD Visiting Fellowship Programme (2025 cohort) focused on Innovation and Development.
Date Posted: 13 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Women Lift Health East Africa Signature Leadership Journey 2025. The Signature Leadership Journey is a transformational learning and development experience that brings together mid to senior career women working across multiple disciplines, fields, and sectors in health.
Date Posted: 13 Sep, 2024
Calling all professional photographers, photo enthusiasts, content creators, and nature lovers to apply for the CIFOR-ICRAF Photo Competition 2024. Gear up to showcase the stunning beauty and critical importance of the planet's biodiversity through the lens of your camera. Let's inspire action to protect the richness of our natural world.
Date Posted: 13 Sep, 2024
The Pure Ocean Call for Projects 2025 is ongoing. Pure Ocean is an endowment fund based in Marseille, France. Its main mission is to mobilize businesses and civil society to support innovative applied research projects around the world, contributing to the protection of fragile marine ecosystems and biodiversity.
Date Posted: 13 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Harvard University MBA Scholarship 2025. The Boustany MBA Harvard Scholarship is granted once every two years for a two year course at Harvard Business School.
Date Posted: 12 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grants 2025. The BA/Leverhulme Small Research Grants are available to support primary research in the humanities and social sciences.
Date Posted: 12 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Harambeans African innovators program 2024. With over 3000 applications per year and 30 spots in each class, the competitive selection process of this program enables Harambeans to assemble an exceptional cadre of African innovators.
Date Posted: 12 Sep, 2024
The Africa Microscopy Initiative (AMI) is pleased to announce the inaugural call for the AMI Program for Equipment Exchange and Reutilization (PEER), and invites applications from research institutions across Africa. This program seeks to redistribute free high-end microscopes to institutions continent-wide through a competitive, and peer-reviewed application process.
Date Posted: 12 Sep, 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.