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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 Youth Future Summit are now being accepted. Interested candidates are urged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2025
Candidates interested in applying for the AACR June L. Biedler Prize for Cancer Journalism 2026 are encouraged to visit here to learn more about the opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2025
The Eighth IRENA Youth Forum of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is now accepting applications. To learn more about this opportunity and to apply, interested applicants are encouraged to visit here.
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2025
Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Max Planck Internship. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2025
The Asian Development Bank Young Professional Program 2026 is now accepting applications. To learn more about this opportunity and to apply, interested parties are encouraged to click here.
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2025
Applications for the 2026 One World Vision Conference are now being accepted. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2025
Are you a Nigerian public school teacher? Applications for the 2025 MTN Sail Teachers' Fellowship Program are now being accepted. To learn more about this opportunity and to apply, candidates are advised to click here.
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2025
Applications for the 2025 Pauline Bakibimga Memorial Scholarship Program are now being accepted. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2025
The Youth Delegates Program of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is still accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2025
Are you a Californian young innovator? The Wesly Foundation Prize for Young Innovators 2025–2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2025
Applications for the 2026 UFAW Animal Welfare Student Scholarships are now being accepted. Interested candidates are urged to visit here for further information and to apply.
Date Posted: 15 Sep, 2025
Are you a young innovator? The NÖVA Global Student Ambassadors 2025 application process is currently available. Candidates are urged to visit here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 15 Sep, 2025
The Princeton University IAS School of Social Sciences Fellowship 2026–2027 is currently accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 15 Sep, 2025
For the McDonnell International Scholars Academy Fellowship Program, applications are now being accepted. It is recommended that candidates click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 15 Sep, 2025
Applications for the 2026 FASPE Journalism Fellowship are now being accepted. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 15 Sep, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the KAUST Microelectonics Winter Camp 2026. Interested applicants who desire to apply and learn more about this opportunity are urged to click here.
Date Posted: 15 Sep, 2025
Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about the Youth Global Forum 2026 and to apply within the current application period..
Date Posted: 15 Sep, 2025
The University of Oxford Clarendon Scholarship 2026 Program is now accepting applications. Candidates are urged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 15 Sep, 2025
The Mountain Future Awards 2025 Project Proposals are now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to apply and learn more about the opportunity.
Date Posted: 15 Sep, 2025
The Google Software Engineering Internship for PhD Students 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 15 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.