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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 for the Swedish Institute Impact Pioneers ’24 are now open. This leadership programme welcomes you to exchange experiences with an international network of peers. Click here to apply for it
Date Posted: 16 May, 2024
The Education for Sustainable Development-ESD Okayama Award 2024 applications are open for international applicants. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 May, 2024
Application is open for the Sir Harry Evans Global Fellowship 2025 with Durham University. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 May, 2024
Webster Vienna Private University (WVPU) offers scholarships to newly admitted undergraduate and graduate students for Fall 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 16 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Wittenstein Foundation/Einstein Forum Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024/2025 DAAD Postdoctoral Researchers International Mobility Experience (PRIME) Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 15 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) Fellowships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 15 May, 2024
Nominations are now open for Forbes’ inaugural Sustainability Leaders list, which aims to praise and spotlight 50 of the most inspiring leaders worldwide. Nominations are open for those who are driving efforts toward a sustainable future.
Date Posted: 15 May, 2024
Celebrating its tenth year, the Waislitz Global Citizen Awards honor individuals for their exceptional work eradicating extreme poverty with yearly cash prizes totaling $250,000. Three prizes total—a $100,000 major prize, two additional prizes of $75,000 each, and the top prize. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 15 May, 2024
European Organization for Nuclear Research CERN Administrative Student Program in Switzerland 2024 is an opportunity for students pursuing administration-related disciplines to participate in projects altering the world. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 15 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the United Nations (UN) SDG Action Awards 2024. This award recognizes and honors dedicated people and projects that use innovation and creativity to move the world toward sustainability, equity, and peace.
Date Posted: 15 May, 2024
The Climate Change Media Partnership (CCMP) of Internews’ Earth Journalism Network (EJN), in collaboration with the Stanley Center for Peace and Security, is now accepting applications for the 2024 Reporting Fellowships to COP29.
Date Posted: 14 May, 2024
Applications are open for the Genewiz Oncology Grants 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 May, 2024
Applications are open for the Global Black Women's Non-Fiction Manuscript Prize 2024. As part of its mission as a global Black publishing house connecting Africa and the African diaspora, Cassava Republic Press's is proud to announce the launch of their inaugural $20,000 Global Black Women's Non-Fiction Manuscript Prize dedicatedto exceptional works by Black women.
Date Posted: 14 May, 2024
Applications are open for the Breakthrough Junior Challenge 2024. The Breakthrough Junior Challenge is an annual global competition for students to inspire creative thinking about science.
Date Posted: 14 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the INTERACT-Africa PhD and MSc Scholarships 2024/2025 for Africans. Click here to apply for this scholarship.
Date Posted: 14 May, 2024
The Creativity Pioneers Fund 2024 is here, inviting people who harness the power of creativity and culture to shape a better tomorrow. Click here to apply for this grant
Date Posted: 14 May, 2024
Each year, through the Special Research Fund (BOF), labelled PhD scholarships are being granted to predoctoral researchers by Ghent University in the context of three specific partnerships, with the aim of obtaining a PhD within a period of 48 months. Click here if you are interested in this opportunity.
Date Posted: 14 May, 2024
Applications for the Resilient, Inclusive and Sustainable Environments (RISE) Grants are now open. The RISE grants challenge aims to fund projects addressing gender-based violence (GBV) occurring within and linked to environmental and climate-related sectors.
Date Posted: 14 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the Nature Awards for Mentoring in Science 2024 WEST AFRICA. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 May, 2024
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.