Scholarships for Kenyan Students 2024 - 2025 - Page 12

Below is a list of ongoing fully-funded and partial scholarships for students in Kenya to help fund your studies abroad or in Kenya. View list, learn how to apply for scholarships and win a scholarship today.

    • The One Young World NewNow Program logo
    • The One Young World NewNow Program for Global South Applicants (Fully-Funded to Munich, Germany)

      What does it take to be a leader in today’s complex world? How can emerging young leaders shift the paradigm for driving change? The NewNow, a program of One Young World supported by Virgin Unite, empowers young leaders from the Global South to tackle pressing global challenges through a systems-thinking approach. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

      Date Posted: 14 Oct, 2024

    • People Powered Climate Democracy Accelerator logo
    • People Powered Climate Democracy Accelerator (CDA) 2025 ($10,000 grant)

      People Powered is looking for government and civil society leaders to form a new cohort of innovators interested in launching participatory programs to shape climate policy in areas such as clean transportation, renewables, decarbonization and energy efficient homes, air pollution, agroecology and more. Applications are now open for this call. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 14 Oct, 2024

    • Journalismfund Environmental Investigative Journalism Grant logo
    • Journalismfund Environmental Investigative Journalism Grant 2024 (up to €400,000)

      Applications for the Journalismfund Environmental Investigative Journalism Grant 2024 are now open. This grant programme supports cross-border teams of professional journalists and/or news outlets to conduct investigations into environmental affairs related to Europe. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

      Date Posted: 14 Oct, 2024

    • IRE David Donald Fellowship logo
    • IRE David Donald Fellowship for Data Journalism 2025

      Applications are open for the David Donald Fellowship for Data Journalism 2025. The fund is designed to support computer-assisted reporting training to university educators so that they can better equip their students to be effective watchdogs through the use of data. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

      Date Posted: 14 Oct, 2024

    • ServiceScape Scholarship logo
    • Apply for the ServiceScape Scholarship 2024 ($1000 prize)

      Are you enrolled or about to enroll in a college, university, or trade school? Are you looking for a little extra help in funding your education to cover expenses that other scholarships and financial aid don't cover? If your answer is "yes," you should apply for the ServiceScape Scholarship 2024.

      Date Posted: 12 Oct, 2024

    • MTN Global Graduate Development Programme logo
    • MTN Global Graduate Development Programme 2025 for Young Graduates Across Africa

      Applications are now open for the 2025 MTN Global Graduate Development Programme. MTN’s Global Graduate Development Programme seeks to source, develop, and accelerate top graduates from across MTN’s footprint in Africa and the Middle East. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

      Date Posted: 12 Oct, 2024

    • SSRC Doctoral Dissertation Completion Fellowship logo
    • Apply for the SSRC Doctoral Dissertation Completion Fellowship 2025 (up to $10,000)

      The Social Science Research Council offers fellowships to support the completion of doctoral degrees and to promote next generation social science research in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, and Uganda. Click here to learn more about the Doctoral Dissertation Completion Fellowship and apply for it.

      Date Posted: 12 Oct, 2024

    • Maurice R. Greenberg World Fellows Program logo
    • Maurice R. Greenberg World Fellows Program 2025 (Fully-funded to the U.S.)

      Applications for the Maurice R. Greenberg World Fellows Program 2025 are now open. The Maurice R. Greenberg World Fellows Program is a four-month, full-time residential program based out of Yale's International Leadership Center and housed within the Jackson School of Global Affairs. The Program runs annually from mid-August to mid-December. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

      Date Posted: 12 Oct, 2024

    • SSRC Doctoral Dissertation Proposal Fellowship logo
    • Apply for the SSRC Doctoral Dissertation Proposal Fellowship 2025 (up to $3,000)

      The Social Science Research Council offers fellowships to support the completion of doctoral degrees and to promote next generation social science research in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, and Uganda. The fellowships support dissertation research on peacebuilding, security, and development. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 12 Oct, 2024

    • The Watson Institute Mobility Fellowship logo
    • Apply for the Watson Institute Mobility Fellowship for Entrepreneurs 2025 (Fully-funded)

      Applications are now open for the Watson Institute Mobility Fellowship. The Mobility Fellowship is an intensive venture and leadership development program designed to empower mobility and transportation focused entrepreneurs and community leaders to elevate the mobility-based businesses they are building. Click here to learn more about this fellowship and apply for it.

      Date Posted: 11 Oct, 2024

    • AU-EU Champions Programme logo
    • AU-EU Champions Programme for Digital Content Creators (€3,000 stipend)

      The AU-EU Champions project, a joint initiative of the African Union and the European Union, aims to enhance the positive impact of our policies, programmes and projects in Africa through the lenses of African TikTokers, Instagrammers, YouTubers, vloggers and podcasters. Applications around e now open for this opportunity. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 11 Oct, 2024

    • Yves Rocher Foundation Terre De Femmes International Award logo
    • Yves Rocher Foundation Terre De Femmes International Award 2025 (€10,000 prize)

      Applications are open for the Yves Rocher Foundation Terre De Femmes International Award 2025. Launched in 2019, the International Terre de Femmes Award is a thematic prize open to all women worldwide. It rewards on-the-ground actions carried out by a woman or a group of women within a non-profit organization. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 11 Oct, 2024

    • Mountain Future Award logo
    • Mountain Future Award 2024 ($5,000 Seed funding)

      Applications are open for the Mountain Future Award 2024. In celebration of International Mountain Day 2024, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is inviting institutions and individuals over 18 to submit proposals for transformative projects that contribute to a sustainable tomorrow for mountains, for a chance to win the 2024 Mountain Future Award.

      Date Posted: 11 Oct, 2024

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FAQs

 

1. Why should I consider studying in Kenya?

Kenya offers a diverse and vibrant educational environment with reputable universities and colleges. It is known for its strong academic programs, particularly in fields like agriculture, environmental science, business, and healthcare.

 

2. What are the top universities in Kenya?

Some of the top universities in Kenya include:

  • University of Nairobi (UoN)

  • Kenyatta University (KU)

  • Strathmore University

  • Moi University

  • Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)

 

3. What are the admission requirements for universities in Kenya?

For undergraduate programs, students need a high school diploma or equivalent, such as the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or international equivalents like A-levels. For postgraduate programs, applicants must hold a relevant bachelor's degree. International students may need to provide proof of English language proficiency, such as TOEFL or IELTS scores.

 

4. What is the student visa process for Kenya?

International students need to apply for a student pass to study in Kenya. Once accepted by a university, students can apply for the student pass through the Kenyan Directorate of Immigration Services. Required documents include an admission letter, a valid passport, proof of financial support, and a completed application form.

 

5. What is the language of instruction in Kenyan universities?

English is the primary language of instruction at most universities in Kenya. International students must be proficient in English, and some universities may require proof of English proficiency, such as TOEFL or IELTS scores.

 

6. Can international students work while studying in Kenya?

International students are generally not permitted to work off-campus while studying in Kenya. Hence, you’ll need a work permit to work in Kenya.

 

7. How can I apply to a university in Kenya?

Applications to universities are generally submitted online through the university's website or by visiting the admissions office. Some documents you may require include academic transcripts, proof of secondary or undergraduate qualifications, letters of recommendation, and, if applicable, English proficiency test scores.