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.
FCC Communities Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Severn Waste Services Community Action Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung is currently acepting applictaions for its International Talent Development Scholarship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this oppotunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Schmidt Marine Technology Partners Funding Program for Ocean Innovation 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
Devpost is currently accepting applications for its Build with Gemini XPRIZE Hackathon 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is currently accepting applications for its South Africa Advanced Summer School on Intellectual Property and Transfer of Technology 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) Youth4Rights Advisory Group 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
African Diaspora Network is currently accepting applications for its Accelerating Business Leadership and Entrepreneurship (ABLE) Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Deloittes Photo Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
Sundance Film Festival is currently accepting applications for its Sundance Institute Documentary Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
IHE Delft Institute for Water Education is currently accepting applications for its Women 4 Water - Swarovski Foundation Scholarships 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
Biocodex Microbiota Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Gut Microbiota International Call for Projects 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Darcy Business Freedom Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the 4th International Youth Summit Pakistan 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
Applications are cuurrently being accepted for the Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) International Writers Workshop 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accpeted for the University of Sheffield Postgraduate Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) is currently accepting applications for its Visiting Scholars Program 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to leaern more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa) Scholarship on the Management of Cultural Heritage and the Transformation of Museums and Exhibition Centres 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
The Uproot Project is currently accepting applications for its Ocean Nexus International Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Social Sciences Lab - MENA - Scholars Incubator Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the University of Copenhagen Postdoc Scholarship 2026.Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 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.