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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.
Applocations are currently being accepted for for the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS) Scholarship Program for Master’s Degree or Doctorate Degree in Germany 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2026
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism is currently accepting applications for its Maria Moors Cabot Prizes 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the National Basketball Association (NBA) Golden State Summer Internship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2026
Falling Walls Foundation is currently acceping applications for its Falling Walls Global Call for Science Breakthroughs 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation - Empowering Early-Stage Social Impact Organizations 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2026
CORDAP (Coral Research & Development Accelerator Platform) is currently accepting applications for its Empowering Local Solutions for Coral Conservation 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Forte Establishment Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2026
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is currently accepting applications for the Advancing Eco-Tourism, Agriculture, and Green Economy in Southern Africa 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
EQT Group is currently accepting applications for its Science Grant Program 2026. Insterested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
The Africa Institute is currently accepting applications for the Tejumola Olaniyan Creative Writers-in-Residence Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Aerospace Media Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
Riley's Way Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Call For Kindness (C4K) Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
TRBR is currently accepting applications for its Vanuatu Community Telecommunications Grant (CTG) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
Nominations are currently beung accepted for the Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
Youth Futures Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Future Voices Group Ambassadors Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and aply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
Youth Futures Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Future Voices Group Ambassadors Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and aply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
The Career Accelerators is currently acepting appliactions for the Black Founders Network (BFN) Black Career Advancement Program (BCAP) 2026. Interested applicants are enocuraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) is currently accepting applications for its Open the Knowledge Journalism Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
UN Women is currently accepting applications for its Invitation for Expression of Interest for Civil Society Organizations under the Strong Civic Space for Equality and Women’s Empowerment Project 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Einstein Foundation Berlin Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 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.