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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 are open for the Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Pursuit Award 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 May, 2025
Are you passionate about becoming a professional coach and using your skills to create meaningful social impact in your community? Do you aspire to make coaching accessible, equitable, and empowering for all? If yes, the ICF Foundation 2026 Scholarship Program could be your next step.
Date Posted: 30 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Save the Children's Global Media Awards 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Victory Ventures Accelerator Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Climate Action Against Disinformation (CAAD) Fellowship on Countering Disinformation 2025. This fellowship supports grassroots organizers from the Global South who have experienced the impacts of online climate disinformation in their territories and want to explore those more deeply through research and storytelling.
Date Posted: 30 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Afreximbank Flagship Accelerator Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 May, 2025
The Wolfgang Kiessling International Prize for Species Conservation is the prestigious global award recognizing the exceptional achievements of conservation scientists.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2025
G20 is calling for submissions for the DPI Innovation Accelerator. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2025
UKHIH is calling for proposals for its Humanitarian Rapid Research Initiative. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Academy of International Affairs NW Fellowship 2026-2027. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2025
The .ORG Impact Awards is a global awards program to recognize and celebrate individuals and organizations that have a connection to a registered .ORG domain for their contributions, achievements and impact they have made in their communities.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2025
Applications are open for AKI's Animal Welfare Organization Grant Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2025
If you’re working on innovative research in risk management or climate adaptation, you can now apply for funding through the Lloyd’s of London Foundation’s new grant programme.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Orange Summer Challenge. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2025
Are you an aspiring startup in the manufacturing technology sector looking to grow your business across the continent? Join the timbuktoo ManuTech bootcamp in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2025
Are you a young graduate interested in international relations? Are you curious to learn more about work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU Delegation represents EU interests and values in Kenya? If yes, apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 JournalismAI Academy for newsrooms in Sub-Saharan Africa. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Future of Capitalism Competition 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 May, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the Farmerline Product Design Fellow Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Belfast Legacy Award to Attend the One Young World Summit 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 May, 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.