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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.
"La Caixa” Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Postdoctoral Junior Leader Fellowships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the "la Caixa" Foundation Postdoctoral Junior Leader Incoming Fellowships for STEM Researchers in Spain 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
City of Sydney is currently accepting applications for its Economic Grants Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Nillumbik Shire Council is currently accepting applications for its International Day of People with Disability Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Freiburg Institute for Advanced Studies (FRIAS) is currently accepting applications for its Sustainable Governance Senior Fellowship Programme for Researchers from Africa 2027/28. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) is currently accepting applications for its Global Voices for Peace Small Seed Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Horizon Institute for Public Service is currently accepting applications are currently being accepted for the Horizon Fellowship Cohort 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Association for Responsible AI (ARAI) is currently accepting applications for its Transfyr AI Fellowship 2026-2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Roosevelt Institute is currently accepting applications for its Good Life Resident Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
PowerToFly is currently accepting applications for its Break Into Tech AI Developer Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Feminist Africa Writing Workshop Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encourabed to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Morgan Stanley Off-Cycle Internship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently accepting applications for its European Commission (EC) - Blue Book Traineeship 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Jul, 2026
Center for SpaceTime and the Quantum is currently accepting applications for its Enrico Fermi Fellowships 2026 for Graduate Students. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the ETH Zurich Pioneer Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Yale University World Fellows Program Scholarship 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Jul, 2026
Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) is currently accepting Research Grant 2026. Interrested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 24 Jul, 2026
Foundation Scotland is currently accepting applications for its Beinneun Student Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Jul, 2026
UNDP is currently accepting applications for its Youth-Safe Digital Futures Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Jul, 2026
Gates Foundation is currently accepting applications for its AI-Enabled Consumer Engagement to Advance Family Planning Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Jul, 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.