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.

The World Academy of Science (TWAS) is currently accepting applications for its CAS Young Scientists Award for Frontier Science 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and appy for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2026

Global Health Advocacy Incubator is currently accepting applications for its CSO Budget Advocacy Accelerator for Health Advocacy and Domestic Financing 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2026

Royal Geographical Society is currently accepting applications for its Walters Kundert Fellowship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2026

Biodiversity Challenge Funds is currently accepting applications for its Darwin Initiative Capability & Capacity Round 32 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2026

United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is currently accepting applicantions for its Pilot Implementation of the ASEAN School of Regulation 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2026

Arts Council Tokyo is currently accepting applications for its Grant for Accessibility for Arts and Culture Projects 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2026

News Creator Corps is currently accepting applications for its Rural Creator Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2026

Arts Council Tokyo is currently accepting applications for its 2nd Term Regional Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2026

Pulitzer Center is currently accepting applications for its AI Accountability Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Bett Asia Awards for Educational Excellence 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2026

AASM Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Physician Scientist Training Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2026

Hounslow Connect is currently accepting applications for its Tobacco Small Grants Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2026

Interpeace is currently accepting applications for its International Geneva Peace Fellowship Programme 2026–2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2026

Polis LSE is currently accepting applications for its JournalismAI Skills Lab 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2026

Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) is currently accepting applications for its Stockholm Water Prize for Significant Achievements in Water in Sweden 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Harvard Radcliffe Institute Fellowship 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here tot learn more about this oporrtunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 May, 2026

Westmeath Libraries is currently accepting applications for its John Broderick Residency Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 May, 2026

Kent County Council is currently accepting applications for its Straits Committee Small Project Initiative 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 May, 2026

Heirs Insurance Group is currently accepting applications for its Teachers' Insurance Awareness Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 May, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) Taiwan Fellowship 2026.Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 May, 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.