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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.
Pulitzer Center is currently accepting applications for its Ninth Annual Fighting Words Poetry Contest 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the OBEL Teaching Fellowships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2026
Mondriaan Fund is currently accepting applications for its Art Media Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2026
UNESCO has opened applications for its International Fund for Cultural Diversity (IFCD) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for The Flourish Africa Grant for Female Entrepreneurs 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Robin Hood Blue Ridge Labs Founder Fellowship. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the 7th CODESRIA/ZASB Summer School in African Studies and Area Studies in Africa 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the UN Women Audit Internship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2026
Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) is currently accepting applications for its Training and Research in Italian Laboratories (TRIL) Fellowship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Awareness 360 Fellowship 2026. Interested applicant are enocouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2026
Overseas Development Institute (ODI) is currently accepting applications for its Fellowship Scheme 2026/2028. Interested applications are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Sony Women in Technology Award with Nature 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2026
The PAVE Global is currently accepting applications for its Student Aid Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2026
American Psychological Foundation is currently accepting applications for its F.J. McGuigan Early Career Investigator Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Mar, 2026
A+ Alliance is currently accepting applications for its Gender & AI Innovation Collective Fully Virtual Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Mar, 2026
Applications are currentlly being accepted for the Mila AI Policy Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Mar, 2026
Udacity is currently accepting application fror its Amazon Web Services (AWS) AI & ML Scholars Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the African Union Youth Volunteer Corps 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2026
FungAI Africa is currently accepting applications for its DPI Governance in Africa Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2026
Restless Development is currently accepting applications for its Inclusion Youth Fund Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2026
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.