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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.
Conrad N. Hilton Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Hilton Humanitarian Prize 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 May, 2026
Luena Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Microgrants for Community-Led Education Access in MENA 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 May, 2026
Northland Community Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Community Wellbeing and Development Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Christine Taylor Foundation for Mental Health - Grants to Support Community Mental Health Services 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here here to learn more abouth this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 May, 2026
Burroughs Wellcome Fund is currently accepting applications for its Climate Change and Human Health Seed Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the MEXT Undergraduate Scholarship Program Lebanon 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the ShinHan Postcard Art Contest 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 May, 2026
International Visegrad Fund is currently accepting applications for the Visegrad Grant Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Ras Al Khaimah Art Artist Residency Grants Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2026
Application are currently being accepted for The International Society for the Performing Arts’ (ISPA) Global Fellowship 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2026
Institute for Security Studies (ISS) is currently accepting applications for the Dakar Junior Fellowship Programme 2026-2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the iDiv Fellowship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Tsinghua International Summer School Environment 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Bechem Humanitarian Network (BHN) Online Academy & DataCamp 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2026
International Institute of Humanitarian Law (IIHL) is currently accepting applications for its Consultations on Resettlement and Complementary Pathways (CRCP) Training Intake Form 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the United Nations University Junior Fellows Internship Programme in Tokyo, Japan 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the EPFL - Master Excellence Fellowships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Florida State University (FSU) Humanities Center Undergraduate Fellows Program 2026–2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Iméra Institute for Advanced Study FIAS Fellowship 2027–2028. Interested applicants are encouraged to clcik here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2026
Applications are currently accepting applications for its Next Generation Foresight Practitioners (NGFP) Young Voices Award for Young People with Impactful Projects 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 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.