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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.
Theirworld presents the Education Innovation Awards 2025, offering a unique opportunity for non-profit organizations striving to innovate in education, particularly for marginalized learners. Apply now and stand a chance to win £50,000 funding.
Date Posted: 13 Mar, 2025
Applications for the King's Commonwealth Fellowship Programme 2025 are now open. The King's Commonwealth Fellowship Programme PhD Fellowships, inspired by His Majesty King Charles III, offer a unique opportunity for fellows from Small Island Developing States to undertake a PhD in their home country alongside work.
Date Posted: 13 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Tejumola Olaniyan Creative Writers-in-Residence Fellowship 2025. The Africa Institute, Global Studies University invites applications for the Tejumola Olaniyan Creative Writers-in-Residence Fellowship, a distinguished program that celebrates and supports literary voices engaged in the creative expression of Africa and its diaspora in all forms and genres.
Date Posted: 13 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Leading Change Africa Virtual Leadership Academy 2025. The Leadership Academy Program equips post-secondary students and young professionals across Africa with leadership, personal, and professional development skills.
Date Posted: 13 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Elevate Bridge Builders UK Middle East & Africa Cleaning, Sanitation & Hygiene Awards 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Mar, 2025
As part of its African Languages and Translation Program, The Africa Institute invites applications to the fifth cohort of the Global Africa Translation Fellowship for the year 2025.
Date Posted: 13 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Rooted Future Labs Environmental Justice in Tech (EJIT) Fellowship 2025. This remote fellowship offers a unique opportunity to shape the intersection of environmental justice and technology while building expertise in research, education, and creative intervention.
Date Posted: 13 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the NYU Stern Climate Economics Journalism Fellowship 2025. Climate change is transforming the economy as quickly and profoundly as it is reshaping the planet. For journalists who want to deepen their climate coverage, understanding these sometimes cryptic economic and financial shifts is as important as understanding the science and politics behind climate change.
Date Posted: 13 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Google Conference Scholarships - Africa 2025. To help break down the barriers that prevent underrepresented groups in technology and business from attending leading conferences, they are excited to offer Google Conference Scholarships for selected conferences in the tech industry and related fields.
Date Posted: 13 Mar, 2025
Nominations for the UNESCO Prize for Girls' and Women's Education 2025 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the London School of Economics AKO Masters Scholarship 2025. LSE is offering two full (fees and a stipend) and eight tuition fees only scholarships for citizens and residents of South Asia, Africa or Latin America who hope to earn a Master's degree. Apply now!
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Reach for Change Green Business Incubator 2025. If you are an entrepreneur or enterprise working in waste management or the circular economy, this is your opportunity to grow your business and contribute to a greener future.
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
The Master Mind Scholarship for the academic year 2025-2026 in Belgium offers an exceptional opportunity for outstanding students worldwide to pursue a master’s degree in Flanders and Brussels. Apply now!
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Presidential African Youth in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Competition. This contest is open to African youth aged between 15 and 35 years.
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
Calling on all African Artists and Creatives! Applications are now open for the Chizi Wigwe Prize for African Futurism 2025. The 1952 Africa Foundation, in partnership with the HOW Foundation, is pleased to announce the inaugural Chizi Wigwe Prize for African Futurism. This prestigious prize seeks to empower African artists and creatives to envision a brighter future for the continent through innovative artistic expressions.
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the For Creative Girls Mentorship 2025 for Emerging Female Creatives. The For Creative Girls Mentoring program matches women who are taking over their industries with upcoming and emerging female creatives.
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice Women PeaceMakers Fellowship Program 2025-2026. For twenty years, the Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (Kroc IPJ at the University of San Diego's Kroc School of Peace Studies has hosted the Women PeaceMakers Fellowship program. The Fellowship offers a unique opportunity for peacebuilders who focus on gender, peace and conflict to engage in a cycle of learning, practice, research and participation that strengthens peacebuilding partnerships.
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the International Award on Scientific and Nature Illustration 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2025
Nominations are open for the Zayed Sustainability Prize 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2025
The French Space Agency (CNES) is offering Ph.D. grants for 2025, funding research in different disciplines related to space studies. These grants allow doctoral candidates to work on preselected research projects in collaboration with CNES and public or private partners. Apply now!
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 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.