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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 UNESCO X SEVENTEEN "Going Together - For Youth Creativity and Well-Being" Grant Scheme 2024. 100 grants between $5,000 and $10,000 USD each will be awarded to young leaders, entrepreneurs and youth organizations to help them create and implement changemaking solutions for social impact.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2024
Applications are invited for the University of Bayreuth Centre of International Excellence "Alexander von Humboldt" Junior and Senior Fellowship Programme 2025. This opportunity is open to people who have lived outside Germany for a minimum of 12 months in total.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2024
The Climate Change Photo Essay Prize calls upon 18 – 30-year-olds from Africa and the global diaspora community to document the environmental changes happening before their very eyes. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2024
ICSID offers internship opportunities to highly motivated students enrolled in a graduate degree program. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the world’s leading institution devoted to the settlement of international investment disputes.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for 1 Hotels Fellowship at E2. The 1 Hotels Fellowship at E2 helps support and invest in young entrepreneurs and emerging business leaders who seek to make the world a better place through projects that accelerate smart climate policies that are good for our economy and our environment.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Are you passionate about sustainable development and social impact in your community and beyond? Are you a student, professional, activist, change-maker, entrepreneur, etc. between 16 - 35 years and interested in making a difference on the African continent and in the world? Do you form part of a youth innovation startup/project team based anywhere across Africa, and look to pivot your SDG impact? If yes, apply for the Melton Foundation SDG Innovation Challenge 2024.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Allstate Foundation 2024-2025 college service grants. Institutions are required to apply for this opportunity by September 27, 2024 for consideration.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Ramsar Wetland Conservation Awards 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 SAIS Investment Readiness Programme. The SAIS Investment Readiness Programme (IRP) offers a year-long, tailor-made company development programme for African tech start-ups in agriculture, livestock, food, and climate.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the ARE Research Development Fellowship Programme 2024/2025. Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) Fellowships offer awardees the opportunity to develop their own research ideas, research skills and capabilities, to grow their research relationships through collaboration and mentorship, and to work towards a substantial research funding proposal.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the UNESCO Global Media and Information Literacy Week Youth Hackathon 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Calling Caribbean journalists! Join Climate Tracker's international COP29 reporting team and cover the pivotal climate negotiations happening in Baku from November 11-22, 2024. Are you passionate about climate change and eager to make a difference? Do you dream of being at the forefront of reporting on global environmental negotiations? Apply now for the Climate Tracker (CT) COP29 Caribbean Climate Justice Journalism Fellowship 2024.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Mastercard Foundation Fund for Alumni Start-ups in Transition (FAST) Program. The FAST program will support and empower the next generation of entrepreneurs by providing up to $15,000 in support for each venture.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the DAAD Postgraduate Studies in the Field of Music scholarship in Germany. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Women in News Leadership Accelerator Programme. Journalists with a passion for the news industry, with a minimum 5-10 years of active experience in the newsroom, should apply.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Mastercard Al StartUp Challenge 2024. MasterCard, the UAE Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications Office, and First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) are collaborating to empower the next generation of Al pioneers in the UAE with their first-ever Al challenge.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Global Fast Track Programme 2024 for Fin Tech Companies. The programme aims to support FinTech companies to expand and grow in Asia through Hong Kong - the premier business hub that connects to the world.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the African Development Bank-Japan Africa Dream Scholarship 2025. This scholarship is open to applicants from African Development Bank member countries with relevant professional experience and a history of supporting their countries' development efforts who are applying to a graduate degree program in energy development and related disciplines.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Africa CDC Youth Pre-Conference (YPC) 2024. This training aims to showcase the remarkable contributions young Africans are already making in health policy, practice, and research; and explore how to broaden engagement with and further empower these young leaders to transform the health sector across Africa.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 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.