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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.
Startup Lithuania is currently accepting applications for its Invitation to Partner in Organising Startup Fair 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Ghent University Doctoral Scholarships for Candidates from the Global South 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the World Bank Group Pioneers Internship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2026
International AIDS Society (IAS) is currently accepting applications for its AIDS Prevention Ambassador Fellowship 2026. interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the World Intellectual Property Day Youth Video Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2026
Lung Cancer Research Foundation (LCRF) is currently accepting applications for its Research Grant on Prevention and Early Detection in Lung Cancer 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jan, 2026
International Baccalaureate has opened applications for the Global Youth Action Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jan, 2026
Lung Cancer Research Foundation (LCRF) is cuurently accepting applications for its Research Grant on Overcoming Resistance in Lung Cancer 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jan, 2026
Sustainable Ocean Alliance (SOA) is currently accepting applications for its Ocean Leaders Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this fellowship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jan, 2026
Club of Rome is currently accepting applications for its Communications Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jan, 2026
Women's Fund Armenia (WFA) is currently accepting applications for its Grants for Events Raising Awareness on Domestic Violence and Feminist Empowerment 2026. Interested applicants are encouragaed to click here to learn more about this grant and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jan, 2026
Pro Helvetia is currently accepting applications for its Emerging Talents Production Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this grant and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jan, 2026
Fukuoka Asian Art Museum (FAAM) is currently accepting applications for its Artist in Residence Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jan, 2026
Applications for currently being accepted for The United Nations Voluntary Trust Fund on Contemporary Forms of Slavery 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jan, 2026
Lung Cancer Research Foundation (LCRF) is currently accepting applications for its Leading Edge Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jan, 2026
University Network for Human Rights (UNHR) is currently accepting applications for its Summer Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Jan, 2026
Leprosy Research Initiative (LRI) is currently accepting applications for the RESILIENTD Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jan, 2026
MIT Solve is currently accepting applications for the Macquarie Community Resilience Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the ifa CrossCulture Grant Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this grant and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jan, 2026
Forte is currently accepting applications for its Project Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jan, 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.