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 Samira Omar Innovation for Sustainability Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 May, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) Fellowships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 May, 2026

International Visegrad Fund is currently accepting applications for its Visegrad+ Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 May, 2026

City of Toronto is currently accepting applications for its Sector Development Grants for Tech Initiative 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

Digicel Jamaica Foundation is currently acceptin applcations for its Konbit Pou Chanjman Grant Initiative 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Gwendoline and Margaret Davies Charity Small Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

Brevard Zoo has opened applications for its Growth, Engagement and Resources Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

Western Mining Action Network (WMAN) has opened applications for the Mining Mini-Grants Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the One Young World - Ilia Calderón Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the University of Michigan - Environmental Justice Postdoctoral Fellow 2026, Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

Watson Institute is currently accepting applications for its Western Union Foundation Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

The Kahneman-Treisman Center for Behavioral Science & Public Policy at Princeton University is currently accepting applications for its Sugarman Practitioner in Residence Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the CENTRO - Rooted & Relational Archives Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the MPI–Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Global Science Scholars Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

Durham University is currently accepting applications for The Sir Harry Evans Investigative Journalism Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Post doctoral research fellowship at Strathclyde and Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

Social Science Research Council (SSRC) is currently accepting applications for its Just Tech Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

Operation Smile is currently accepting applications for its Global Surgery Advocacy Fellowship 2026/27. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the MOFA Taiwan Fellowship 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the African Middle Eastern Leadership (AMEL) Project Institute Summer 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 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.