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Below is a list of ongoing fully-funded and partial scholarships for students in Kenya to help fund your studies abroad or in Kenya. View list, learn how to apply for scholarships and win a scholarship today.
Applications are currently being accepted for The Golden Turtle International Wildlife Festival Creative Competition 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University Research Scholar Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the African Union Kofi Annan Fellowship in Global Health Leadership 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
Halcyon has opened applications for its Global Climate Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
Max Planck Institute for the Study of Societies is currently accepting applications for its IMPRS-SPCE Doctoral Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
KESSA has opened applications for its Young Panafrican Storytellers Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for The #ActForPaws Responsible Citizen Winter Challenge 2025–26. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Nederlands Filmfonds Development Minority Coproduction Programme 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Greater Toledo Community Foundation First Solar Community Giving Fund – Civic Engagement and Environmental Impact Grants Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
Hinrich Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Research Funding Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Wells Mountain Initiative Scholars Program 2026, Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Content is Queen has opened applications for its Monthly Micro-Grants for Podcasters 2025-26. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunuty and apply fo rit
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Queensland Government is currently accepting applications for its Essential Services Hardship Assistance Grant Program 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Avant Group VIC – Tiny Towns Fund (Round 3) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Earth Journalism Network is currently accepting applications for its Story Grants on Fisheries Transparency 2026. interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Blue Food Futures Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Samuel H. Kress Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Conservation Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is cuurently accepting applications for its Internship Programme: Opportunities for Future Policy Leaders 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
University of Lagos are currently accepting applications for its Nigerian Academy of Engineering (NAEng) Innovation Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
John Hopkins University is currently accepting applications for its Gender Equity/GBV Evidence Accelerator Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
1. Why should I consider studying in Kenya?
Kenya offers a diverse and vibrant educational environment with reputable universities and colleges. It is known for its strong academic programs, particularly in fields like agriculture, environmental science, business, and healthcare.
2. What are the top universities in Kenya?
Some of the top universities in Kenya include:
University of Nairobi (UoN)
Kenyatta University (KU)
Strathmore University
Moi University
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)
3. What are the admission requirements for universities in Kenya?
For undergraduate programs, students need a high school diploma or equivalent, such as the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or international equivalents like A-levels. For postgraduate programs, applicants must hold a relevant bachelor's degree. International students may need to provide proof of English language proficiency, such as TOEFL or IELTS scores.
4. What is the student visa process for Kenya?
International students need to apply for a student pass to study in Kenya. Once accepted by a university, students can apply for the student pass through the Kenyan Directorate of Immigration Services. Required documents include an admission letter, a valid passport, proof of financial support, and a completed application form.
5. What is the language of instruction in Kenyan universities?
English is the primary language of instruction at most universities in Kenya. International students must be proficient in English, and some universities may require proof of English proficiency, such as TOEFL or IELTS scores.
6. Can international students work while studying in Kenya?
International students are generally not permitted to work off-campus while studying in Kenya. Hence, you’ll need a work permit to work in Kenya.
7. How can I apply to a university in Kenya?
Applications to universities are generally submitted online through the university's website or by visiting the admissions office. Some documents you may require include academic transcripts, proof of secondary or undergraduate qualifications, letters of recommendation, and, if applicable, English proficiency test scores.