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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 for the 2026 University of Lausanne Masters Scholarship are now being accepted. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this incredible opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
Applications for the 2026 Voqal Fellowship Program are still being accepted. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
The Texas A&M University Chancellor's National Academy STEM Ph.D. Fellowship Program 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
The Devosta Microsoft 365 Exchange Engineer Program 2025 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
The Civic and Political Organizing Lab for Creatives is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
The TAL-Tech Network Community Essay Competition 2025 is currently accepting applications; interested candidates are urged to click here for additional information and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
The 2026 Canada Graduate Research Scholarship is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
Applications are being accepted for the 2026 WSP Undergraduate Bursary Program. It is recommended that candidates click here to learn more about the opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
The WiSER Pioneers Program for Emerging Female Leaders in Sustainability is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
The Stanford Next Asia Policy Lab (SNAPL) Fellowships 2026–2028 are now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to visit here for further information and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The 2025 ProLiteracy Literacy Opportunity Fund is now accepting applications. It is recommended that candidates click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The Wenner-Gren Foundation Post-PhD Research Grant 2025/2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The Stanford University Taiwan Program Fellowships 2026–2027 are now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
Applications for the 2026 University of Oxford AfOx Mastercard Graduate Scholarship are now being accepted. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The Kuya Grant for African and Latin American Founders 2025 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The Leiden University Minerva Scholarship Fund for International Students 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to visit here for further information and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The University of Cambridge's ESRC-funded PhD Studentship Program for International Students 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The Open Notebook-Early-Career Fellowship Program 2026 is still accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The 2026 Cassava Republic Echoes of the Earth Cover Design Prize is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to visit here for additional information about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The Dangote Graduate Trainee Support Services Program 2025 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 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.