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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 now open for the Ashoka/Scheider Electric Foundation Youth Innovation For a Sustainable Future Program 2024 (30,000 Euros funding available). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Renew Capital Venture Lab. East African tech startups are eligible for this opportunity. Click here to learn how to apply.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Mixed Migration Centre (MMC) Alternative Voices Short Essay Competition. Click here to apply for this competition if you are from Asia, Africa, or Latin America.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the IEG Fellowships 2024 for Doctoral Study in Germany. This opportunity is open to PhD students from Germany and abroad.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2024
Transparency International School on Integrity is an annual state-of-the-art anti-corruption and accountability training for future leaders. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2024
Home Grown Solutions (HGS) is an Acceleration programme focusing on growth and mature stage African healthcare companies, conceptualized in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and in a realization of the potential of local private sector solutions to strengthen the continent’s pandemic resilience. Click here to apply for this training.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2024
Past Global Changes (PAGES) announces the Inter-Africa Mobility Research Fellowship Program (African Mobility Fellowship) for African early-career scientists studying past global changes.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2024
Applications for the African Peering and Interconnection Forum (AfPIF) Fellowship are now open. We encourage you to apply if you are interested in understanding the intricacies of internet infrastructure
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Are you passionate about combating climate change and environmental degradation? Do you want to be part of a movement that seeks to inspire, educate, and empower African youth to drive positive change in their communities? Look no further than the Conference of Youth on Environment and Climate (COYEC) 2024!
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Are you passionate about shaping the future of AI policy? If so, seize the opportunity to join the prestigious Fall 2024 cohort of the Center for AI and Digital Policy (CAIDP) AI Policy Clinics. Applications are officially open, but hurry—the deadline for submission is May 10, 2024
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for University of Edinburgh Undergraduate Scholarship for International Students 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the University of Bristol Think Big Scholarship Scheme For Undergraduate International Students 2024. This is opportunity helps to fund tuition fees for international postgraduate students studying law.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the University of Melbourne, Australia Research Training Program Scholarship 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
The United Nations University Office of the Rector recruits highly qualified applicants to work as Junior Fellows at the UNU headquarters in Tokyo.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
ISHR seeks to host a postgraduate Fellow to support its Africa Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Enterprise Singapore, in collaboration with Agorize, is announcing Slingshot 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Flinders University RTP Scholarship 2024-25 applications are now being accepted in Australia. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
UNESCO International Fund for Cultural Diversity 2024 accepts applications through an open and competitive process. Click here to learn how to apply for funds from this initiative.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for Humanitarian Innovation Projects, which aim to establish impactful solutions benefiting the entire sector and enhancing the effectiveness of humanitarian and emergency responses.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Politecnico Di Milano is now accepting applications for Merit-based international scholarships for the academic year 2024-2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 20 Apr, 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.