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 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

Applications are currently being accepted for the Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge 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 Harvard Kennedy School Carr-Ryan Center Racial Justice Fellowship Program 2026-2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here.
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2025

The Worshipful Company of Information Technologists (WCIT) is currently accepting applications for its Charity Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2025

openDemocracy is currently accepting applications for its Tech Reporting Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2025

Eurac Research has opened applications for its UNESCO Chair Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are enocouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2025

BRAVE1 is currently accepting applications for its Special Grant Program for the Development of AI Technologies 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Dec, 2025

Creative Ireland has opened applications for its Creative Health and Wellbeing Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Dec, 2025

Sea-Changers is currently accepting applications for its Marine Conservation Main Grants Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 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.