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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 University of Edinburgh Surgery Online Global Scholarships 2025-2026 are now open. The University of Edinburgh will offer a number of scholarships for online learning Masters programmes for the 2025-2026 academic year, which includes full tuition fees with contribution towards cost of internet access.
Date Posted: 11 Apr, 2025
Are you an African entrepreneur working to disrupt the market with a bold idea that could help end poverty in our lifetime? FINCA Ventures is hosting the second annual Prize Competition to fund early-stage companies with visionary leaders looking to drive impact and innovation in climate-smart agriculture and fintech in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Date Posted: 11 Apr, 2025
Applications are now open for the World Health Summit 2025 Stipend Program. The World Health Summit is the international platform for global health. It brings together stakeholders from all sectors around the world to set the agenda for a healthier future and well-being for all.
Date Posted: 11 Apr, 2025
Calling Pitchers in Africa! Apply now for the Bluelnvest Africa 2025. It's an opportunity for you to deliver your pitches, presenting your projects, business ideas, products, or services on the stage in Lomé,Togo.
Date Posted: 11 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Google PhD Fellowship Program 2025. The Google PhD Fellowships directly support graduate students as they pursue their PhD, as well as connect them to a Google Research Mentor.
Date Posted: 11 Apr, 2025
Nominations are open for the UNEP Champions of the Earth Award 2025. The Champions of the Earth award honours individuals and organizations whose actions have a transformative impact on the environment. In 2024, UNEP honoured individuals and organizations working on innovative and sustainable solutions to restore land, enhance drought resilience, and combat desertification.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2025
Finalists are invited to the Heroes of Tomorrow: UN SDG Action Awards Ceremony which unveils and celebrates the winners with music, art and inspiring messages from leaders from all backgrounds and regions of the world.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2025
The School Enterprise Challenge is an international educational programme for primary and secondary schools that want to cultivate essential business and 21st century skills in students, while strengthening teachers' instructional approaches in entrepreneurship education. Join the challenge today!
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 United Nations Young Talent Pipeline Programme. The initiative aims to build a robust pipeline of qualified candidates from unrepresented and underrepresented developing Member States.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2025
Do you have an idea to scale up or scale out land restoration solutions? Share it and be part of the Knowledge for Great Green Wall Action (K4GGWA) Innovation Facility! Across the Sahel and the Great Green Wall region, powerful ideas like Farmer-Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR), grazing management and land restoration have already changed lives. But these solutions need to reach more people, faster.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2025
The Charité Center for Global Health (CCGH), in collaboration with the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence (WHO Pandemic Hub), is excited to launch its inaugural Research Fellowship Program for 2025. This initiative invites academic researchers from diverse disciplines and countries to contribute to applied global health research, focusing on priority research areas that will advance the collective understanding of pandemic and epidemic threats and better inform decision-making in health emergencies. The Fellowship is also aligned with overarching research themes.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Indiana University Global Philanthropy Fellowship 2025. This fellowship, with financial support from the Giving USA Foundation, supports one researcher in residence to work alongside the Global Philanthropy Indices and Giving USA research teams.
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG) International Law Seminar 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 2025
The International Olympic Committee is seeking expressions of interest from suitably skilled and experienced suppliers for the Athlete365 Business Accelerator Programme. This RFEI aims to identify potential suppliers who can contribute to the successful delivery of the said programme.
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Ban Ki-moon Centre "Your Future in Green Jobs" Mentorship 2025. Designed for people between the ages of 14 to 20, it builds on the knowledge youth gain from the Your Future in Green Jobs Online Course, the goal of which is to connect the passion, interests, and skills of young people with meaningful green career pathways.
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the L'Oréal Big Bang Beauty Tech Innovation Program 2025. The Big Bang Beauty Tech Innovation Program is L'Oréal SAPMENA's inaugural open innovation venture, featuring a startup competition and pilot stage.
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Africa CDC Short-term Bioinformatics Fellowship training program. Click here to learn more about thid opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the UNDP Cybersecurity Training for Youth in West and Central Africa 2025. The GivelProject, Concordia University, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) are searching for 150 young people from across West and Central Africa to join the second cohort of the Regional Cybersecurity Training programme.
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the THRIVE Global Impact Challenge 2025. The challenges facing agriculture and food systems have never been more urgent. From climate resilience to food security, innovation is essential to build a sustainable, equitable, and prosperous future. The THRIVE Global Impact Challenge is a worldwide search for trailblazing startups with solutions that will revolutionize agriculture.
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the East-West Center Indo-Pacific Futures Fellowship 2025. Now in its second year, the Indo-Pacific Futures Fellowship from the East-West Center and the Doris Duke Foundation will examine the vital connections between food security, energy systems, and leadership for the greater good.
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 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.