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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.
Applications are open for the Jasiri Talent Investor Programme 2025. The Jasiri Talent Investor programme is dedicated to discovering and investing in promising entrepreneurs with the potential to establish high-impact businesses. It's a fully funded 13-month programme that takes a comprehensive, long-term approach to nurture entrepreneurs. The programme offers fellows the time and resources needed to identify Market-Creating Innovations and achieve product-market fit.
Date Posted: 21 Jan, 2025
Global Peace Chain now accepts international participants’ applications for the 2025 Global Peace Summit Sydney. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Jan, 2025
The InteRussia team is calling for applications for the InteRussia scientific and research fellowship for non-Russian specialists in international relations, political science, and regional studies. Apply now!
Date Posted: 21 Jan, 2025
The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) of Taiwan is offering an exciting opportunity through its International Internship Pilot Program (IIPP). This program invites talented students from around the world to engage in advanced research and development initiatives in Taiwan’s academic and research institutions. Apply now!
Date Posted: 21 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Francis H. Brown African Scholarship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Jan, 2025
Proposals are invited for the Pulitzer Center Civil Society Micro-Grant 2025. and stimulate collaboration. For this reason, Pulitzer Center is launching an initiative aimed at supporting civil society projects that can feed into the conversations they hope to have at COP 30 in Brazil. Apply now!
Date Posted: 21 Jan, 2025
The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development OECD accepts applications for OECD internships in 2025. This internship offers a unique opportunity to students enrolled in accredited degree programs to support the OECD’s mission of building better policies for better lives.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2025
Are you an undergraduate student interested in STEM fields? Are you curious about projects in computer science, AI, or engineering? The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) 2025 program invites highly motivated undergraduate students worldwide to conduct summer research under INSAIT faculty mentorship. Modeled after prestigious programs at MIT, Caltech, and ETH Zurich, SURF provides hands-on experience in cutting-edge research.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 WIPO Global Awards for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Tech4Eva Global Femtech Accelerator 2025. The program aims to help selected start-up companies to scale and create impact to improve women's health. Apply now!
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2025
Calling all African writers! Apply now for the Island Prize for a Debut Novel from Africa 2025. The Island Prize is your opportunity to breakthrough in the publishing world.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Space Food & Beverage Accelerator 2025. The program is designed to provide critical knowledge needed in the complex CPG landscape to founders who are open and committed to learn.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Climate Investment Challenge 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2025
Are you ready to make an impact and shape the future? The Engine Room for the Future is back for 2025, and they are looking for passionate young changemakers (ages 18-30) to join this global movement! Apply now!
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 UN Global Artificial Intelligence Challenge Tourism. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Amnesty International Digital Forensics Fellowship. If you are talented, passionate about human rights and want to use your skills, knowledge and experience to change the world then we would encourage you to apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 18 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition. The Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition celebrates and nurtures purpose-driven ventures that seek to address inequities in education through innovation. Apply now and stand a chance to win up to $40,000.
Date Posted: 18 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 IIE-Google DeepMind AI Master’s Scholarships. Click here to learn more about this fully funded opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Jan, 2025
Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to support the work and mission of the World Bank Group? Are you currently enrolled in a full-time graduate or PhD program? If so, apply for the World Bank Group Internship Program 2025.
Date Posted: 18 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for Powering Renewable Energy Opportunities (PREO) to support the implementation of Productive Uses of Renewable Energy (PURE) in sub-Saharan Africa. This open call will accept applications from enterprises seeking to pilot innovative PURE business models in sub-Saharan Africa in sectors including (but not limited to) solar water pumping for irrigation, cold storage for food, agro processing of crops (e.g. milling, drying, oil press), food value chain processing activities, electric mobility for taxi drivers and fishing boats, and more. These can be start-ups at advanced concept stage or operational small and medium-sized enterprises.
Date Posted: 18 Jan, 2025
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.