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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.
The Wild Wonder Foundation Micro Grants 2025 Program is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
Currently, the Oxford MBA-Skoll Scholarships 2026-2027 are accepting applications. To apply and find out more about this position, interested candidates are urged to click here.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2025
In Kenya, applications for the UK PACT Nature-based Solutions are still being accepted. Candidates are encouraged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2025
The Gates Foundation AI Fellows Program 2025 is currently accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to visit here to learn more about this incredible opportunity.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2025
Are you interested in gaining useful experience in the field of artificial intelligence? The Vector Institute Applied Internship Program 2026 is currently accepting applications; for more information and to apply, candidates are encouraged to click here.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2025
Are you artistic? The Immersive Audio for Animation, Games, Film, Podcasts, and Vodcasts for Practicing Audio Professionals program is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2025
Are you a recent graduate? The Master of Sciences program in Integrated Water Resources Management is now accepting applications. To apply and find out more about this opportunity, candidates are encouraged to click here..
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2025
The Princeton in Asia Fellowship 2026–2027 is currently accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to visit here for further information and to apply.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2025
The Wells Fargo Sophomore Discovery Fellowship Program is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2025
The Clement Adesuyi Haastrup Foundation Scholarship is currently accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2025
The DKFZ Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026 is currently accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to visit here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2025
The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program is currently accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to apply in order to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2025
The AQUA For All Social Impact Incentives (SIINC) for WASH Enterprises are now accepting applications. It is recommended that interested candidates click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2025
The Konrad Adenauer Foundation 2026 SAIIA Scholarships are now accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2025
The SSF EU Horizon Europe Research Application Support is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 09 Sep, 2025
Do you wish to apply for a program that grants degrees or one that does not? The Central European University Scholarships 2025 are now accepting applications. To learn more about this opportunity and to apply, interested applicants are encouraged to visit here.
Date Posted: 09 Sep, 2025
Are you a woman in tech? The InDrive Aurora Tech Award for Female IT Founders 2026 is currently accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit here for additional information and to apply.
Date Posted: 09 Sep, 2025
Applications for the 2026 Global Change Award are now being accepted. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here for further information and to apply.
Date Posted: 09 Sep, 2025
Applications for the Tech Policy Press Fellowship Program are still being accepted. To learn more about this opportunity and to apply, interested applicants are encouraged to click here.
Date Posted: 09 Sep, 2025
The Global Empowerment Meeting (GEM) Incubation Fund is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 09 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.