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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.
Oppenheimer Generations Research & Conservation has opened applications for its Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer (JWO) Research Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the NBCUniversal Local Impact Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is currently accepting applications for its Americas Program Internship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Utrecht University is currently accepting applications for its Critical Pathways Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encourage to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
William T. Grant Foundation is currently accepting applications for its William T. Grant Scholars Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Goethe-Institut is currently accepting applications for the Visual Art Grant for Artistic Collaboration and Dissemination 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Moleskine Foundation Creativity Pioneers Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
University of Southern Denmark is currently accepting applications for its Urban Resilience Intensive Training 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
United Nations is currently accepting applications for its Reham Al-Farra Memorial Journalism Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Rooted Future Labs Environmental Justice & Tech Fellowship Summer 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the African Union Innovating Education in Africa 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Spencer Foundation Racial Equity Research Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Internet Society is currently accepting applications for its Mid Career Fellowship 2026. Interesyed applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Academics Stand Against Poverty (ASAP) is currently accepting applications for its Nelson Mandela Essay Prize Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
American Psychological Foundation is currently accepting applications for its COGDOP Graduate Student Scholarships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Mar, 2026
Rising Tide Group is currently accepting applications for its Clinical Cancer Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Mar, 2026
American Psychological Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Sharon Stephens Brehm Undergraduate Psychology Scholarships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for The Young Audience Music (YAM) Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Mar, 2026
Cancer Research Institute (CRI) is currently accepting applications for its Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Mar, 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.