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.

TheBoardroom Africa-Mastercard Foundation is accepting applications for the EMERGE Program for Africa’s Emerging Leaders 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025

The Surge AI is currently accepting applocations for the Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025

Google News Initiative has opened applications for the JournalismAI Innovation Challenge 2025. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025

National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is currently accepting applications for the Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program 2026-2027. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025

Wellington City Council is accepting applications for its Waste Minimisation Fund 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025

African Union Development Agency-NEPAD (AUDA-NEPAD) is accepting applications for the Home-Grown Solutions Agribusiness Accelerator Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025

Society for the Advancement of Behavior Analysis (SABA) is currently accepting applications for the International Development Grant Program 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2025

The Rockefeller Foundation has opened applications for its Big Bets Fellowship 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn morre about this fellowship and apply for it
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2025

Somerset Community Foundation is accepting applications for its Hinkley Point C Community Fund Small Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this oppotunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2025

Cure Parkinson’s has opened applications for its Quarterly Research Grant Funding Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2025

Applications are currently being accepted for the Toronto Business Incubation & Commercialization Grant Program 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this oppoortunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Nov, 2025

Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) have started accepting applications for the Concrete in Life Global Photography Competition 2025/2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it,
Date Posted: 12 Nov, 2025

INSPIRE Youth Health has opened applications for its Phoenix Open Call: Sustaining HIV Services in Resource-Constrained Settings 2025. Interested candiadates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Nov, 2025

Applications are currently being accepted for the Kelley African Business Club Challenge 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Nov, 2025

Ontario Trillium Foundation is currently accepting applications for its System Innovations Grants Program 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this grants and apply with it.
Date Posted: 12 Nov, 2025

Applications for the Kalliopeia Foundation Seeds of Radical Renewal Fellowship Program 2026 is currently being accepted. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Nov, 2025

World Food Forum (WFF) has opened applications for its Young Chefs Programme 2026-2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it.
Date Posted: 12 Nov, 2025

Kenya Film Commission is accepting applications for Women in Film Entrepreneurship Hub 2025, Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Nov, 2025

QCoal Foundation have opened applications for its Community Spirit Grants 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here learn more about this and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Nov, 2025

United Kingdom Research and Innovation is accepting applications for its Reimagining Circularity NetworkPlus Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Nov, 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.