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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 open for the |JP German-Northern European Programme 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2024
Applications for the Dear Mother Nature Global Postcard Writing Contest 2024 are now open. Click here to learn more about this contest and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Outbound Exchange Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2024
Applications for the American College Of Surgeons (ACS) 2024 Community Surgeons Travel Awards are now open. Click here to findo out if you qualify for this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the African Union EAN Fellowship Programme 2024. Click here to learn more about this fellowship opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Prix Galien Africa for Pharmaceutical Researchers and Institutions/Industries Grants. Click here to learn more about this grant opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the third cohort of the Umi Mentorship Program for Mums of African Descent 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) Africa Photography Awards 2024. Click here to learn more about this contest and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2024
Nominations are invited for the Free Press Awards 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Character Labs Al Startup Accelerator 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for Pro Vice Chancellor's NHS Postgraduate Scholarships 2024/2025. This scholarship is open to NHS staffs applying for their Masters Programmes at University of Exeter. Click here to read more and apply for this scholarship.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Anna Lindh Foundation (ALF) Euro-Mediterranean Young Professionals Programme 2024. This is a funded training opportunity. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the Portugal Government Scholarships 2024. This scholarship opportunity is open to all international students looking to pursue higher education in Portugal. Click here to read more and apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2024
Are you a journalist with a great idea for a high-impact story that “Follows the Money” but few resources to get it done? Click here to read more and apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for 2024 Fully-Funded University of Auckland Achiever Scholarship New Zealand. Click here to read more and apply for this scholarship.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for NIHR INSIGHT Research Masters Studentships. This opportunity is for all health or care professionals excluding Doctors and Dentist. Click to read more and apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2024
Calling on all African women to participate in the fully funded training that is focusing on Transitional Justice and Reconcilation. Click here to read more and apply for this training.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2024
Calling on all technologists, researchers, and social and cultural workers who are working on innovative solutions to improve Internet access and connectivity to apply for the $300,000, 2024 BOLT Grant Program. Click to read more and apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2024
Calling all innovators, students, and entrepreneurs! Apply for the Lineage Food Chain Innovation Challenge 2024 and receive cash prizes.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the GCA Local Adaptation Champions Awards 2024. Four winners will receive a cash prize of €15,000 in this contest. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2024
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.