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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.
Nominations for the UNESCO Prize for Girls' and Women's Education 2025 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the London School of Economics AKO Masters Scholarship 2025. LSE is offering two full (fees and a stipend) and eight tuition fees only scholarships for citizens and residents of South Asia, Africa or Latin America who hope to earn a Master's degree. Apply now!
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Reach for Change Green Business Incubator 2025. If you are an entrepreneur or enterprise working in waste management or the circular economy, this is your opportunity to grow your business and contribute to a greener future.
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
The Master Mind Scholarship for the academic year 2025-2026 in Belgium offers an exceptional opportunity for outstanding students worldwide to pursue a master’s degree in Flanders and Brussels. Apply now!
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Presidential African Youth in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Competition. This contest is open to African youth aged between 15 and 35 years.
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
Calling on all African Artists and Creatives! Applications are now open for the Chizi Wigwe Prize for African Futurism 2025. The 1952 Africa Foundation, in partnership with the HOW Foundation, is pleased to announce the inaugural Chizi Wigwe Prize for African Futurism. This prestigious prize seeks to empower African artists and creatives to envision a brighter future for the continent through innovative artistic expressions.
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the For Creative Girls Mentorship 2025 for Emerging Female Creatives. The For Creative Girls Mentoring program matches women who are taking over their industries with upcoming and emerging female creatives.
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice Women PeaceMakers Fellowship Program 2025-2026. For twenty years, the Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (Kroc IPJ at the University of San Diego's Kroc School of Peace Studies has hosted the Women PeaceMakers Fellowship program. The Fellowship offers a unique opportunity for peacebuilders who focus on gender, peace and conflict to engage in a cycle of learning, practice, research and participation that strengthens peacebuilding partnerships.
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the International Award on Scientific and Nature Illustration 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2025
Nominations are open for the Zayed Sustainability Prize 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2025
The French Space Agency (CNES) is offering Ph.D. grants for 2025, funding research in different disciplines related to space studies. These grants allow doctoral candidates to work on preselected research projects in collaboration with CNES and public or private partners. Apply now!
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Armament and Disarmament Summer School 2025 at Uppsala University, Sweden. The Summer School seeks to contribute to global efforts to create a strong community of highly professional like-minded peace researchers and practitioners from around the world, who are striving to shape and promote a secure, peaceful and sustainable future. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2025
The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) invites excellent candidates to apply for its PhD Fellowship on Climate Action. This is a prestigious opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research on sustainability, climate resilience, and environmental innovation.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2025
Applications for delegates to the World Bank Group (WBG) Youth Summit 2025 are now open. The World Bank Group Youth Summit returns for its 12th edition, inviting young people to engage with the most urgent issues their generation faces, while bringing together thousands of participants from across the globe. This year, the summit will center on innovation in climate action, digital transformation, and the creative industries.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Z Zurich Foundation Fully-Funded Scholarship to Attend the One Young World Summit 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Young Africans Research Academy Fellowship 2025. The Young Africans Research Academy (YARA) Fellowship Program is a one-year researcher-in-training program designed to equip aspiring African researchers with technical skills, exposure and mentorship to address the research capacity gap in Africa.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the DefendDefenders Safe Sisters Fellowship Programme 2025. Safe Sisters is a fellowship program that builds the capacity of Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs), civil society workers, journalists and media workers to understand and respond to the digital safety challenges that they face in their work and daily life.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the African Union ECOSOCC Kenneth Kaunda Graduate Immersion Programme 2025. The initiative is dedicated to shaping the next generation of Zambian leaders. Named in honor of Kenneth Kaunda, Zambia's founding president, and a pioneer of Pan-Africanism, this programme embodies his legacy of unity, self-determination, and youth empowerment while focusing on building the capacity of young professionals to contribute meaningfully to national and continental development.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 African Union (AU) Internship Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Mar, 2025
The United Nations -UN Youth for Biosecurity Fellowship is an opportunity for the next generation of biosecurity leaders from the Global South to engage in multilateral discussions within the framework of the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC). Organized by the UNODA (United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs) in Geneva, this Fellowship provides a unique platform for young scientists to deepen their expertise in biosecurity, engage with senior experts, and connect with an international youth network.
Date Posted: 10 Mar, 2025
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.