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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 MARION Science + Storytelling Prize 2025 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jul, 2025
As part of the DDSA Fellowship Programme, DDSA provides funding for national and international bachelor’s and master’s degree students, PhD students and postdoctoral researchers to spend time with new research groups of interest in Denmark.
Date Posted: 14 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Documentary Africa (DocA) EAccelerate Fund. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2026 Royal Academy of Engineering Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jul, 2025
This Call for Proposals aims to select a consortium of French and/or international and/or national feminist CSOs from partner countries of France's development policy.
Date Posted: 14 Jul, 2025
Macquarie University provides a range of generous scholarships to support exceptional graduate researchers. All scholarships are considered and awarded through a competitive process.
Date Posted: 14 Jul, 2025
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), in coordination with the UN Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies (ODET) and United Nations Development Coordination Office (UNDCO), announce the launch of a Global Call for Solutions for an Inclusive Digital Economy. Apply now!
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2026/2027 WIPO Young Experts Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2025
GlobalDev, an initiative of the Global Development Network (GDN), invites applications from science journalists to take part in the Global Development Conference (GDC) 2025, to be held from October 28–30, 2025, in Clermont-Ferrand, France.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the AFC’s Building Resilience Against Climate and Environmental Shocks (BRACE) Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 MTN Cloud Accelerator Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2025
Applications for the Global Citizen and PayPal Small Business Impact Awards 2025 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Apply now to join to CIVICUS Youth Action Team. The CIVICUS Youth Action Team is a group of voting members of CIVICUS, led by the youth and acting for the youth to be meaningfully represented and engaged in all of the alliance's structures, governance, strategies, and activities.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the AfroTech Conference Founder Circle 2025 Cohort. The Insider Founder Circle at AfroTech Conference is designed to uplift and empower diverse tech founders who are building scalable, impactful companies beyond the idea stage.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the African Investigative Journalist of the Year Award 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 CSEA Africa’s Data Future Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the Miles Morland Foundation Morland Writing Scholarships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 UNESCO/Tamayouz Cinema Foundation Residency. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the APRI Young Talent Program 2025. The APRI Young Talent Program is a recurring initiative aimed at engaging young professionals and recent graduates worldwide who are passionate about African policy research.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the KIWW World Water Challenge 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 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.