Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs 2026/2027
Background
The Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA) invites suitably qualified students who are nationals of the East African Community (EAC) Partner States to apply for the EAC Student Mobility Scholarship Scheme (EAC-SMS) for the 2026/2027 academic year.
The EAC Student Mobility Scholarship Scheme is a regional programme designed to promote student exchange across the East African Community. It supports students to pursue studies at universities in a Partner State other than their own — deepening regional integration through shared learning.
This is a cost-sharing programme delivered by IUCEA, host universities and students together.
Who can apply?
The scholarship is open to nationals of EAC Partner States who meet the following criteria. Meet them all and you’re ready to apply.
- Be a national and resident of an EAC Partner State (national ID / passport / birth certificate required).
- Apply to an eligible programme at a university in a country other than your 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.
Submit your application by midnight EAT, 20 August 2026.
