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.

Women's Fund Armenia (WFA) is currently accepting applications for its Grants for Events Raising Awareness on Domestic Violence and Feminist Empowerment 2026. Interested applicants are encouragaed to click here to learn more about this grant and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jan, 2026

Pro Helvetia is currently accepting applications for its Emerging Talents Production Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this grant and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jan, 2026

Fukuoka Asian Art Museum (FAAM) is currently accepting applications for its Artist in Residence Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jan, 2026

Applications for currently being accepted for The United Nations Voluntary Trust Fund on Contemporary Forms of Slavery 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jan, 2026

Lung Cancer Research Foundation (LCRF) is currently accepting applications for its Leading Edge Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jan, 2026

University Network for Human Rights (UNHR) is currently accepting applications for its Summer Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Jan, 2026

Leprosy Research Initiative (LRI) is currently accepting applications for the RESILIENTD Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jan, 2026

MIT Solve is currently accepting applications for the Macquarie Community Resilience Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jan, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the ifa CrossCulture Grant Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this grant and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jan, 2026

Forte is currently accepting applications for its Project Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jan, 2026

The Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues (SPSSI) is currently accepting applications for its Action Teaching Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunitity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jan, 2026

Ards and North Down Borough Council has opened applications for its Empty to Energised Pilot Grant Scheme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Jan, 2026

The National Research Foundation of South Africa (NRF) is currently accepting applications for Supporting the Implementation South Africa’s Space Programmes 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Jan, 2026

The Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues (SPSSI) is currently accepting applications for its Teaching Development Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Jan, 2026

Applications for the Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study in the Humanities and Social Sciences (NIAS-KNAW) Golestan Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Jan, 2026

Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study in the Humanities and Social Sciences (NIAS-KNAW) is currently accepting applications for its individual fellowships 2026. interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Jan, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Statens Kunstfond Sample translations from Danish 2026. Interested applicants are enciuraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Jan, 2026

Applicants are currently being acceptef for the Enterprise Singapore Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Jan, 2026

Statens Kunstfond is currently accepting applications for its Nordic Translations Grant Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Jan, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Presidential Precinct Global Democracy Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to leanr more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Jan, 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.