East African Community Student Mobility Scholarship (EAC-SMS) 2026/2027 Applications Now Open
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About This Scholarship
The Inter-University Council for East Africa invites qualified nationals of EAC Partner States to apply for 197 slots (Diploma, Bachelor, Master's and PhD) scholarships across 28 partner universities in 6 EAC countries.
* SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS;
1:Tuition fees
2: Monthly stipend
3: Air ticket
4: Medical insurance
5: Research allowance
*AVAILABLE FIELD OF STUDY
1: Science & Mathematics
2: Engineering & Technology
3: Education & Social Sciences
4: Law & Governance
5: Health Science
6: Business & Economics
7: ICT & Computer Science
8: Agriculture & Environment
Eligibility & Requirements
01:
Be a national and resident of an EAC Partner State (national ID / passport / birth certificate required).
02:
Apply to an eligible programme at a university in a country other than your own.
03:
Excellent academic performance per the host programme's entry requirements.
04:
Upper Second-Class Honours, Distinction or equivalent for Master's and PhD applicants.
05:
Age below 35 for Master's; below 45 for PhD at the time of application.
06:
Work experience is an added advantage for PhD applic
Scholarship Details
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Deadline:
2026-08-20
Last updated: 6 September 2026