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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 GCSP Prize for Transformative Futures in Peace and Security 2025. The prize aims to recognize innovative concepts with exceptional potential in addressing peace and security challenges. Apply now!
Date Posted: 07 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Women in Clean Cooking Mentorship Program 2025. GWNET in collaboration with the Clean Cooking Alliance (CCA) and Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) are excited to launch their fourth cohort of a mentorship program specifically targeting women in the clean cooking sector in Africa, Asia, and Haiti. Apply now!
Date Posted: 07 Dec, 2024
Nominations are invited for the Order of Ontario Award 2025. The Order of Ontario is the province's highest civilian honour. It is awarded to an Ontarian who has shown the highest level of excellence and achievement in their field, and whose impact has left a legacy in the province, in the country and around the world. Apply now!
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
Africalia has announced a call for proposals designed to strengthen the cultural and creative ecosystem in Nairobi County by offering diversified cultural goods and strengthening local distribution capacities. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the United Nations Foundation Polio Press Fellowship for Individual Reporting to Africa 2025. This fellowship is geared towards journalists interested in reporting stories on polio eradication in Africa.
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
BeArt-Presets is pleased to announce the 2024-2025 Academic Scholarship program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
Applications are ongoing for the Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program. The scholarship program was established in 1992 to provide opportunities for students who had demonstrated achievement in fraud-related studies. Apply now!
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
Call for papers are now open for the 2025 Baxter Family Competition on Federalism! This contest is open to law and political science students/PhD candidates, recent graduates, and junior practitioners or scholars from around the world.
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
The Leakey Foundation is the leading nonprofit funder of research dedicated to understanding human origins. Each year, they award approximately $1,000,000 in grants and scholarships, advancing our mission to explore and explain the human story. They welcome proposals from researchers at all stages of their careers, especially PhD candidates. If your research aligns with their mission and you have an innovative or multidisciplinary project, they encourage you to apply.
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
Are you looking for support for your major research project? If yes, you can get up to $5,000 to support your work through the Humane Studies Fellowship. Apply now!
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
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," the ServiceScape scholarship is what you need to cover that extra educational expenses. Apply now!
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
Apply for an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Scholarship. Students from all over the world are welcome. You will study at several universities in Europe and beyond. Full scholarships are available for the best students.
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
WinFund is excited to announce the launch of its new cycle, inviting female health innovators across Africa to apply. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Dec, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 GCSP Prize for Transformative Futures in Peace and Security. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship Program 2025. The World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship Program is a pioneering initiative designed to bridge the gap between the vast, yet underutilized, data resources held by governments and the potential for enhanced public administration efficiency through data-informed decision-making. Apply now!
Date Posted: 05 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge 2025. The Challenge facilitates connections with leading industry professionals in order to identify, empower, and inspire those who will make up the future of sustainable finance. Apply now!
Date Posted: 05 Dec, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Internship Programme. In support of the Government’s Youth Initiative to develop a pool of young talent for the Kenyan Labour Market, KRA is seeking applications from fresh Bachelor’s Degree and Diploma Graduates for its January to December 2025 Internship Programme. Apply now!
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Pathways Communication Grants Program 2025. The Pathways Communication Grants support innovative ways of communicating scientific outcomes of place-based research projects on pathways for sustainability to educate and engage with non-academic audiences. Apply now!
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Ashton Award for Student Research 2025. This award is available to advanced undergraduates and graduate students from around the world. Apply now.
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2024
The Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Change at the University of Memphis (Memphis, TN) is accepting nominations for the 2024 Hooks National Book Award. This award is given each calendar year to a book that best furthers our understanding of the civil rights movement. Apply now!
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2024
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.