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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 currently open for the LVMH Prize for young Fashion Designers 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Dec, 2025
London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine is currently accepting applications for its GSK Scholarships for Future Health Leaders 2026-2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Dec, 2025
South Australia (SA) Government is currently accepting applications for its Coastal Infrastructure Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Dec, 2025
Fordham- The New York Public Library (NYPL) are currently accepting applications for its Research Fellowships in Jewish Studies 2026-27. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Dec, 2025
Prince Claus Fund is currently accepting applications for its Seed Award 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it.
Date Posted: 11 Dec, 2025
Carlsberg Foundation has opned applications for its Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Dec, 2025
World Bank Group (WBG) is currently being accepted for its Global Youth Video Call for Young People Worldwide 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Dec, 2025
UNICEF is currently accepting applications for its Education Cannot Wait (ECW) Internship 2026. Interested applicants are encourged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Merck Group Innovation Cup 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Dec, 2025
United Nations Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Polio Press Fellowship for Individual Reporting in Polio-affected Countries 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Europhotonics Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree Program 2026-2028. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2025
UNESCO-UNEVOC is currently accepting applications for its Global Awards for Innovation in TVET 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the UN DECADE Youth Task Force (YTF) Microgrants for Ecosystem Restoration 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this oportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2025
Harvard Kennedy School is currently accepting applications for its Carr-Ryan Center Technology and Human Rights Fellowship 2026–2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently open for the Village Capital/Standard Chartered Foundation US Women in Tech Accelerator 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2025
JP Morgan is currently accepting applications for its Chase Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2025
Harvard Kennedy School has opened applications for its Carr-Ryan Center Fellowship 2026–2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2025
Southern Education Foundation (SEF) is currently accepting applications for its Research Fellows Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2025
International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) is currently accepting applications for its World Wildlife Day International Youth Art Contest 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for Agency Jen Angel Anarchist Media Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2025
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.