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 OpenAI Economic Research Exchange 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2026

The Brookings Institution is currently accepting applications for its Brookings Internship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the German Institute of Development and Sustainability (IDOS) Doctoral Researcher Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Royal Society Wolfson Visiting Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2026

Gairdner Foundation is currently accepting applications for its John Dirks Canada Gairdner Global Health Award 2026. Interested applicants are encourged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2026

Sunshine Coast Council has opened applications for its Environment Levy Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2026

The Asia Foundation has openedn applications for its 2026 Fuller Fellowship Peacebuilding. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2026

Northern Territory Government is currently accepting applications for its Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Research Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2026

JX Fund is currently accepting applications for Promoting Entrepreneurship Grants and Consultancy 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2026

Action Together is currently accepting applicants for the GM Nature Network Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2026

Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) is currently accepting applications for its Thesiger-Oman International Fellowships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for The Dan David Prize 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for The UNODA Youth4Disarmament Champions Programme 2026/2027 for Young Peace and Security Leaders. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2026

Nigerian Association of Medical Physicists (NAMP) is currently accepting applications for its Professor Tagirin A. Fregene Scholarship Fund for Masters in Medical Physics 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Guidance, Skills & Opportunities for Researchers e.V. (GSO) Klaus Tschira Boost Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Jun, 2026

Novo Nordisk Foundation has opened applications for its Postdoctoral Fellowships for Research within Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Jun, 2026

Novo Nordisk Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Postdoctoral Research Fellowships in Plant and Agricultural Biotechnology 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Jun, 2026

National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) is currently accepting applications for its Investigator Grants for Health and Medical Researchers 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Jun, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Apache Corporation Tree Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Jun, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the U.S. General Services Administration - Office of Evaluation Sciences (OES) Evaluation Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Jun, 2026
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.