The University of Nairobi endeavors to create an environment where all students despite their financial background can learn and excel to become holistic graduates and contribute to the development of the nation. Needy students who excel in their studies access bursaries and scholarships from the University and other development partners. Several scholarships and grants are available for both undergraduates and graduate students who are seeking for financial assistance. The information below is available for those willing to apply for aid. Several scholarships and grants are available for both undergraduate and graduate students who are seeking for financial assistance. The information below is available for those willing to apply for aid.
Rattansi Education Fund
Offered By: Rattansi Education
This is a scholarship for the undergraduate students
Gandhi Smarak Nidhi Fund Scholarship
Offered By: Gandhi Smarak Nidhi Fund Board of Trustees
This is a scholarship for the postgraduate students
The Rockefeller Foundation Scholarships
Offered By: The Rockefeller Foundation
This is a scholarship for the undergraduate and postgraduate students
Aga Khan Foundation Scholarships
Offered By: Aga Khan Foundation
This is a scholarship for the undergraduate and postgraduate students
Prof. Muriuki Scholarship
Offered by: University of Nairobi
This is a scholarship for needy module one undergraduate students admitted to the University of Nairobi
Mitsubishi Scholarship
Offered by: Mitsubishi Corporation
This is a scholarship for needy undergraduate students who have recorded excellent academic performance in the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies and the School of Biological Sciences (BSc degree in Environmental Conservation and Natural Resources Management).
Chinese Ambassador Scholarship Programme
Offered by: The Chinese Embassy in Kenya
This is a scholarship for bright but needy University of Nairobi undergraduate students.
Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
Offered by: HELB
This is a scholarship for bright but needy University of Nairobi undergraduate students.
Chandaria Education Scholarships
Offered by: Chandaria Foundation
This is a scholarship for bright but needy University of Nairobi undergraduate Module 1 students.
MasterCard Foundation Scholars
Offered by: MasterCard Foundation
This is a scholarship for bright but needy students in specific universities.
Rotary Club Scholarships
Offered by: Rotary Club of Nairobi
This is a scholarship for bright but needy University of Nairobi undergraduate Module 1 students.
DAAD Scholarships
DAAD Regional Office Nairobi provides information and guidance on study, research and funding opportunities in Germany and Sub-Saharan Africa countries with a focus on East Africa.
CARTA scholarships
Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA) scholarships are offered by CARTA to study or research here at the University and other selected Universities in Africa. There are various CARTA scholarships, internships for international students.
University of Nairobi Scholarships
The University of Nairobi awards over a hundred scholarships to the best performing students each year. Recommendation for the award is done by a joint Graduate School/Deans/Directors committee.
For more information on this, E-mail FAO@uonbi.ac.ke