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

Applications are currently being accepted for the iF Design Student Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2025

Applications are currently being accepted for The Waterbird Society Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2025

Levitt Family Foundation has opened applications for its Festival Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2025

World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is currently accepting applications for its Blue Corridors for Turtles (BC4T) Small Grants Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2025

Applications for the Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation African Fellow Awards 2026 is currently being accepted. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this award and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2025

Applications are currently being accepted for the Karne Kunst Art Projects 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about thi opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2025

Citizen Voice and Actions (CVA-Rwanda) is currently accepting applications for its Generation Leadership Academy - Cohort 5 2026. Interested applicants are enouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2025

Code For Africa (CfA) is currently accepting applications for the WanaData Fellowships 2026: Digitalise Youth Voices In Africa. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2025

Applications are currently being accepted for the Reporters Without Borders (RSF) Berlin Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2025

World Food Forum (WFF) is currently accepting applications for its Youth Assembly Partner Organizations 2026.Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2025

The Economic Misfit is currently accepting applications for its Africa NextGen Economist Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2025

HundrED has opened applications for its Youth Ambassador Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025

Applications are currently being accepted for the Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowships at The University of Melbourne 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025

City of Regina is currently accepting applications for its Cultural New Initiative Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025

WorkSafeBC has opened applications for its Research Training Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025

Centre national des arts plastiques (Cnap) is currently accepting applications for its International College of Photography Research-Creation Grants. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025

Applications are currently being accepted for the Creative Australia Storytelling and Recording: First Nations Project Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025

Applications are currently being accepted for the WorkSafeBC Ralph McGinn Postdoctoral Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025

Applications are currently being accepted for the CFA Institute Journalism Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025

Literature Translation Institute of Korea has opened applications for its Overseas Translation Education Support Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025
1. Why should I study in Ethiopia?
Ethiopia offers affordable education with a growing number of their institutions gaining recognition across Africa. Studying in Ethiopia provides you with the opportunity to experience a rich cultural heritage and vibrant history, alongside a diverse population. Ethiopian universities are known for having strong programs in agriculture, engineering, social sciences, and health sciences.
2. What are the top universities in Ethiopia?
Some of the top universities in Ethiopia include Addis Ababa University, Jimma University, Mekelle University, Hawassa University, and Bahir Dar University.
3. What are the admission requirements for universities in Ethiopia?
Admission requirements vary by university and program. For undergraduate programs, students must have completed secondary education and passed the Ethiopian Higher Education Entrance Qualification Certificate (EHEEQC) or its equivalent. For postgraduate programs, students are generally required to have an undergraduate degree in a related field. Some programs may require interviews or entrance exams.
4. Are scholarships available for international students in Ethiopia?
Yes, several universities in Ethiopia offer scholarships to international students. Scholarships are also available through government initiatives, international organizations, and development agencies.
5. What visa do I need to study in Ethiopia?
International students need a student visa to study in Ethiopia. To obtain a student visa, you must first be accepted by an Ethiopian university. Thereafter, you will need to submit your admission letter, a completed visa application form, proof of financial means, and your passport to the Ethiopian Embassy or Consulate in your country.
6. What language is used for instruction in Ethiopian universities?
The primary language of instruction at most Ethiopian universities is English, especially for higher education. Some undergraduate programs may also be offered in Amharic, the national language, but most international students will study in English, especially those in science, technology, and medicine-related courses.
7. What are the popular fields of study in Ethiopia?
The popular fields of study in Ethiopia include agriculture, health sciences, engineering, business, and social sciences.