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 7artscafe Artist-in-Residence Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Feb, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for The World Food Prize Call for Nomination 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Springer Nature Inspiring Women in Science Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Moonshots for Development (M4D) Open Innovation Challenge 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

U.S. Embassy Slovakia is currently accepting applications for its Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Grow with Miller Center Accelerator Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

Novo Nordisk Foundation is accepring applications for its Conferences, Symposia and Workshops Grant Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

Virginia Humanities is currently accepting applications for the Public Humanities Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Growing Roots Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Google for Startups Accelerator Program for Seed to Series A Startups in Brazil 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

Virginia Humanities is currently accepting applications for its Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Scholars Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is currently accepting applications for its Innovation Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

Applications are currenltly being accepted for the UFI Digital Innovation Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

FIAT/IFTA is currently accepting applications for its Media Studies Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

Code for Africa (CfA) is currently accepting applications for its African Academy for Open Source Investigation (AAOSI) Fellowship Program for Journalists 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

Merck Group is currently accepting applications for its Stimulating Innovative Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the UNESCO-UNEVCO TVET Leadership Programme (TLP) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opoortunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026

Peter Bopp Stiftung für Forschung und Technik is currently accepting applications for its Implementation Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Feb, 2026

Green Growth Africa is currently accepting applications for its EcoHeroes Initiative 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Feb, 2026

Senckenberg Nature Research is currently accepting applications for its Global Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportuinity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Feb, 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.