Transform Your Institution with the EAC Scholarship Programme Phase II
The Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA) invites higher education institutions throughout East Africa to participate in Phase II of the East African Community (EAC) Scholarship Programme. This opportunity enables universities to host scholarship recipients, positioning them as key players in a fully funded regional academic initiative.
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The EAC Scholarship Programme Phase II aims to enhance education, innovation, and integration across East Africa. Funded by the German Government through KfW and implemented by IUCEA in collaboration with the EAC, the programme seeks to:
- Develop a highly skilled workforce in key sectors
- Encourage academic mobility and regional integration
- Foster future leaders and innovators
- Strengthen university collaboration in the region
The focus is on disciplines such as Mathematics, Engineering, Science, Technology, Informatics, and Business.
What Does Hosting Mean for Institutions?
Universities applying to host students will offer them a comprehensive support package, including full tuition, a living stipend, medical insurance, and research allowances. This initiative promotes cultural exchange and academic collaboration by enabling students to study outside their home countries within the EAC region.
Eligible Institutions and Application Criteria
Eligible applicants include universities and accredited higher education institutions from EAC Partner States like Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan, Democratic Republic of Congo, and Somalia. Institutions must demonstrate robust academic and research capabilities and support international students effectively.
Why Your Institution Should Apply
Participating in this programme offers numerous benefits, such as enhancing institutional prestige, expanding internationalization efforts, boosting research and innovation, and joining a dynamic academic network across East Africa.
Programme Structure
The scholarship programme includes academic courses, research projects, internships, mentorship, and networking events, ensuring a holistic educational experience.
Strategic Importance
This programme is a pivotal strategy for regional development, aimed at bolstering economic growth, promoting innovation, and cultivating future African leaders. Hosting students means contributing to East Africa’s burgeoning workforce and knowledge economy.
Deadline:- 23-04-2026
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