EAC Student Mobility Scholarship Scheme — Kenya Host Programmes 2026/27
Inter-University Council for East Africa
The Inter-University Council for East Africa is accepting applications for the 2026/27 EAC Student Mobility Scholarship Scheme. Kenya hosts 49 scholarship slots across 9 partner universities and 45 eligible programmes within the regional mobility scheme.
Destination
Kenya
Study level
Undergraduate, Undergraduate, Master’s, Doctoral
Deadline
Aug 20, 2026
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Funding package
Recorded funding details
For EAC-SMS, participating host universities waive tuition and examination fees for students from other Partner States. IUCEA covers travel expenses, health insurance, and a research lump sum for Master’s and PhD students. Students or guardians remain responsible for accommodation, daily living expenses, and other university fees.
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Eligibility
Who can apply
Applicants must be nationals and residents of an East African Community Partner State and apply to an eligible programme in an EAC country other than their own. Applicants must meet the host programme academic requirements. Master’s and PhD applicants require Upper Second-Class Honours, Distinction or equivalent. Master’s applicants must be below 35 and PhD applicants below 45 at application.
Application package
Documents and steps
Required documents
Other supporting evidence such as references or medical reports where applicable
Proof of residency
Certified academic certificates and transcripts
Scholarship motivation letter
University application form and attachments
Recent passport-size photograph
Evidence of EAC nationality
Signed curriculum vitae
Evidence of awards or leadership where available
Application steps
Browse the official EAC-SMS programme catalogue and choose an eligible programme at a Kenyan host university.
Prepare the required academic, nationality, residency and supporting documents.
Complete the IUCEA EAC-SMS online application.
Submit by midnight East Africa Time on 20 August 2026.
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