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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.
Are you a freelancer or journalist covering tropical rainforest issues? The Pulitzer Center rainforest report grant is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and learn more about this opportunity by clicking here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
The 100 Young Leaders Awards from the Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust are now accepting applications. For additional information about this opportunity and to apply, interested candidates are encouraged to visit here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
The 100 Young Leaders Awards from the Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust are now accepting applications. For additional information about this opportunity and to apply, interested candidates are encouraged to visit here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
Are you an artist? The QM-Jerome Foundation Fellowship for Emerging Artists 2026-2027 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates can apply and read more about this opportunity by clicking here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
Those under 35 who have earned a master's degree or graduate diploma in a land management-related field within the last ten years are eligible to apply for the Aubrey Barker Fund. To find out more and apply, click here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
The Racial Diversity UK Fund of the Nuffield Foundation is now accepting applications. To apply and find out more about this opportunity, click here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
Are you an individual or non-governmental organization working on one or more field projects that attempt to prevent and combat child trafficking and exploitation using a human rights-based approach? The Human Rights Prize's CNCDH 2025 Edition is now accepting applications. To apply and find out more about this opportunity, interested candidates can click here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
Do you have solutions to shape the future as a young professional, innovator, or world leader? The global future forum is now accepting applications. To learn more about this opportunity and to apply, interested candidates are encouraged to click this link.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
Do you work as an AI innovator in an African nation? The AI Hub for Sustainable Development Compute Accelerator Program is now accepting applications. To apply and find out more about this opportunity, click here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
Applications are now being accepted for the OWSD-Elsevier Foundation Awards for Early Career Women Scientists in Developing Countries. To find out more about this opportunity and to apply, interested candidates are urged to click here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
The Stanley Creators Fund is now accepting applications. We encourage social entrepreneurs that want to address urgent issues in their communities to apply. To apply and find out more about this opportunity, click here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
The 2025 Local Letters for Global Change contest is currently accepting applications. Students who are interested in applying or learning more about the opportunity should click here.
Date Posted: 25 Aug, 2025
For women interested in the American-Short Term Research Publication Grant, applications are now being accepted. To find out more about this opportunity and to apply, interested candidates are urged to click here.
Date Posted: 25 Aug, 2025
The AAUW's International Project Grants are now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to apply and read more about this opportunity by clicking here.
Date Posted: 25 Aug, 2025
To learn more about the Harvard University Environmental Fellows Program 2026, interested candidates are urged to visit here and submit an application.
Date Posted: 25 Aug, 2025
Candidates interested in creating truly interdisciplinary projects are encouraged to click here for more information about the British Academy International Multidisciplinary Research Projects 2026 and to apply within.
Date Posted: 25 Aug, 2025
The Global Leadership Challenge 2025 is currently accepting applications. Those who are interested are encouraged to apply and learn more about this opportunity by clicking here.
Date Posted: 25 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the ITC Ye! Youth Ecopreneur Programme 2025. Interested applicants can click here to learn more and apply within.
Date Posted: 25 Aug, 2025
The Echoing Green Fellowship Program 2026 for Social Entrepreneurs & Leaders is currently accepting applications. To learn more and submit an application, interested candidates are encouraged to visit here.
Date Posted: 25 Aug, 2025
Do you own a startup? Interested founders are encouraged to visit here to learn more and submit an application for the SMART Fellowship Accelerator Program 2026.
Date Posted: 25 Aug, 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.