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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.
The 2025 Weavership Residency Host Application offers a unique opportunity for young leaders to develop skills in “weaving”—the practice of connecting people, projects, and places to create life-affirming learning ecosystems.
Date Posted: 24 Feb, 2025
Are you currently working on a decentralized energy solution or an innovative green energy idea? The Energy Innovation Challenge 2025 invites individuals and teams to pitch their groundbreaking energy solutions for a chance to win $1500 to develop their project.
Date Posted: 24 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the IOCAfrica Travel Grants for African COPs to Attend the UN Ocean Conference and the One Ocean Science Congress 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Imperial President's PhD Scholarships 2025. If you are a high performing undergraduate or Master's student and have a strong desire to undertake a PhD programme at a world-class research institution, a President's PhD Scholarship could provide you with the outstanding opportunity to receive full funding for tuition fees and a generous stipend for a 3.5 year PhD place at Imperial College London.
Date Posted: 24 Feb, 2025
Applications for the Royal Society Biology Letters Early Career Researcher Competition 2025 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Feb, 2025
UN-Habitat has officially opened its call for nominations for the 2025 Scroll of Honour Award – one of the most prestigious global awards recognizing major contributions to sustainable urban development. Nominations should be received by 30 April 2025.
Date Posted: 22 Feb, 2025
Applications for the Nailekhanim Foundation Scholarship are open for female students to pursue their postgraduate studies in the academic year of 2024-25 at Khazar University in Azerbaijan.
Date Posted: 22 Feb, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the 2025 NCBA Bank Go-Getter Internship Program. The NCBA Go Getter Internship Program is an opportunity for fresh graduates seeking internship opportunities at NCBA’s Business Units to jump start their careers.
Date Posted: 22 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the ICTP Postgraduate Diploma Programme 2025-2026. Supporting its mission to promote advanced scientific research in developing countries, the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) offers a Postgraduate Diploma Programme that prepares talented students for PhD studies.
Date Posted: 22 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation Public Leaders Programme (AIG PLP) 2025. The AIG Public Leaders Programme (AIG PLP) offers emerging African public sector leaders a unique opportunity to develop their leadership capacity and acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to drive change.
Date Posted: 22 Feb, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 FAO Regional Office for Africa (RAF) Internship Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Egis Foundation is launching the Team up for Climate 2025 Challenge. Each year since 2022, students and young graduates from around the world come together in teams of 2 to 5 to come up with an innovative solution on the topic: Adapting and living together in the face of climate risks.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Metascience & Al Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025. This is a postdoctoral fellowship program for grants of up to $250,000 USD to support early career researchers in the social sciences and humanities (with particular emphasis on philosophy, sociology of science, and metascience) who are interested in building a career in understanding the implications of Al for the science and research ecosystem.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Are you an aspiring or new entrepreneur with big ideas but lacking the funding to bring them to life? The Greatness Grant by Nehemiah Davis is here to help you turn your vision into reality. Nehemiah Davis created this grant-to give back and empower the next generation of business owners to chase greatness and achieve success.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Mindcapital Founders Fellowship - Spring 2025. Mindcapital's Founders Fellowship is a 90-day startup program where African first-time founders turn promising ideas into viable tech startups, guided by experts and a supportive community.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Vital Voices Visionaries Fellowship 2025. The VV Visionaries program, a partnership between Vital Voices Global Partnership and the Estée Lauder Emerging Leaders Fund, the charitable fund of Estée Lauder, aims to support the next generation of emerging leaders who are redefining leadership in their everyday lives. Together with the Estée Lauder Emerging Leaders Fund, they aim to champion women leaders across diverse sectors, industries, and experiences who want to create positive social impact in their communities and beyond.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs Programme 2025. Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs is a cross-border exchange programme which gives new or aspiring entrepreneurs the chance to learn from experienced entrepreneurs running small businesses in other Participating Countries.
Date Posted: 20 Feb, 2025
The University of Oxford, under the program (Executive Diploma Scholarship for Women), has announced one diploma scholarship for outstanding women candidates. Women from around the globe with proven leadership skills can apply for this scholarship.
Date Posted: 20 Feb, 2025
Do you want to study for your master’s (MSc) degree in a foreign country? Are you interested in getting a scholarship and pursuing your education in Russia? If yes, apply to the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech).
Date Posted: 20 Feb, 2025
Are you a STEM student interested in gaining research experience in a world-class academic environment? If so, the Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP) at King Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST) accepts applications for 2025.
Date Posted: 20 Feb, 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.