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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 being accepted for the CFA Institute Journalism Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025
Literature Translation Institute of Korea has opened applications for its Overseas Translation Education Support Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently bring accepted for the University of the Witwatersrand & University of Edinburgh Masters by Research: Sustainable African Futures 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the UNESCO Regional Youth Contest for Human Rights in Eastern Africa 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Hungarian Institute of International Affairs (HIIA) Future Leaders Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025
The International lawyers for Africa (ILFA) is currently accepting applications for its Flagship Secondment Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025
African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) is currently accepting applications for its She Leads African Food Futures (SHEAF) Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025
African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) is currently accepting applications for its She Leads African Food Futures (SHEAF) Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025
African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) is currently accepting applications for its She Leads African Food Futures (SHEAF) Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2025
Saint Mary's University (SMU) has opened applications for its Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre Arena Pitch Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Dec, 2025
Rise Up Together has opened applications for its Leadership & Advocacy Program in South Africa 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Steven M. Teutsch Prevention Effectiveness (PE) Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Mercatus Center at George Mason University Oskar Morgenstern Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the World Food Forum Agrifood Leadership Education Program (ALEP) Young Women's Empowerment 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for All About Photo Magazine Photo Contest 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Dec, 2025
Canadian Journalism Foundation is currently accepting applications for its CJF-CBC Indigenous Journalism Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the UNESCO Culture and Creativity for the Western Balkans (CC4WBs) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Dec, 2025
Annenberg Inclusion Initiative is currently accepting applications for its Mental Health Accelerator Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Truist Foundation Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportuity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Dec, 2025
Mercatus Center at George Mason University is currently acceping applications for its Frédéric Bastiat Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportuniyty and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 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.