EAC Student Mobility Scholarship 2026/2027

The Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA) invites nationals of East African Community (EAC) Partner States to apply for the EAC Student Mobility Scholarship 2026/2027. This regional programme supports study exchanges across six EAC countries.

What it offers

• 197 scholarships (Diploma, Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD) across 28 partner universities in Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda.
• 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 cover accommodation, daily living expenses, and other university fees.

Who can apply

• Nationals and residents of an EAC Partner State (proof required).
• Applicants must apply to an eligible programme at a university in a country other than their own.
• Excellent academic performance per the host programme’s entry requirements.
• Upper Second-Class Honours, Distinction or equivalent for Master’s and PhD applicants.
• Age below 35 for Master’s; below 45 for PhD at the time of application.
• Work experience is an added advantage for PhD applicants.

What you'll do

• Pursue studies at a host university in another EAC Partner State as part of a regional exchange programme.
• Complete the academic programme for which you are admitted while benefiting from mobility support.

How to apply

• Choose a programme and host university from the official Call for Applications on the IUCEA website.
• Prepare required documents:
  • Letter of motivation for the scholarship
  • Up-to-date and signed CV
  • Certified copies of academic certificates and transcripts
  • Copy of the university application form and attachments
  • Recent passport-size colour photograph
  • Evidence of nationality and residency
  • Proof of awards, leadership, or community service
  • Any other supporting evidence
• Submit online via the IUCEA application form and upload all PDFs (or images for photos).
• IUCEA processes admissions on your behalf—do not apply directly to universities.

Good to know

• The application is two-fold: admission and scholarship.
• Foreign qualifications must be equated by your national commission for higher education.
• Non-English documents must be officially translated.
• Deadline: 20 August 2026.