UON Scholarship program 2023-2024: How to Apply

The University of Nairobi (UON) offers a variety of scholarships to both local and international students. These scholarships are awarded based on academic merit, financial need, or a combination of both.

Some of the UON scholarships include:

1. Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship: This scholarship covers tuition fees for the entire duration of study and is awarded to the best-performing students.
2. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program: This program provides comprehensive scholarships to academically talented but economically disadvantaged students from Africa.
3. Chinese Government Scholarships: These scholarships are offered to Kenyan students who wish to pursue undergraduate, masters, and doctoral studies in China.
4. DAAD Scholarship: This scholarship is offered to Kenyan students who wish to pursue postgraduate studies in Germany.
5. Agha Khan Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to outstanding Kenyan students who wish to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate studies in any field of study.

To apply for any of the UON scholarships, interested candidates are required to check the specific eligibility criteria and submit their application before the deadline.

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Requirements

1. Academic merit: Most UON scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence. Therefore, applicants are required to have a high academic record, usually a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
2. Financial need: Some scholarships are awarded based on financial need. Applicants must demonstrate that they lack the financial resources to pursue their education.
3. Nationality: Some scholarships may be restricted to Kenyan citizens, while others may be open to both Kenyan and international students.
4. Program of study: Scholarships may be limited to specific fields of study, such as science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM).
5. Application materials: Applicants are required to submit their academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and any other documents required by the scholarship provider.
6. Language proficiency: For international students, proficiency in English or other languages may be required, depending on the program of study.

It is essential to carefully read and understand the eligibility criteria and requirements of each scholarship before applying to increase your chances of success.

Eligibility: 

The eligibility criteria for UON scholarships may vary depending on the specific scholarship program. However, some general eligibility requirements that may apply to most scholarships are:

1. Academic excellence: Most UON scholarships are awarded based on academic merit, and therefore applicants must have an excellent academic record. The minimum GPA requirement may vary depending on the specific scholarship program.
2. Nationality: Some scholarships may be open to Kenyan citizens only, while others may be open to both Kenyan and international students.
3. Financial need: Some scholarships are awarded based on financial need, and applicants must demonstrate that they lack the financial resources to fund their education.
4. Program of study: Scholarships may be limited to specific fields of study, such as science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM).
5. Age: Some scholarships may have an age limit for eligibility, and applicants must meet the age requirement.
6. Language proficiency: For international students, proficiency in English or other languages may be required, depending on the program of study.

It is essential to check the specific eligibility requirements for each scholarship program and ensure that you meet all the requirements before applying.

How to Apply 

To apply for a UON scholarship, follow these steps:

1. Visit the UON website to find out the available scholarship programs and their eligibility criteria.
2. Once you have identified a scholarship program that you are eligible for, gather all the required application materials such as transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statement, and any other documents required by the scholarship provider.
3. Fill out the scholarship application form, making sure to provide accurate and complete information.
4. Submit your application before the deadline. Late applications may not be considered.

Here is a link to the UON scholarships page: https://www.uonbi.ac.ke/scholarships

On this page, you will find information about the different scholarships available at UON, their eligibility criteria, and application deadlines. You can also find links to the application forms for each scholarship program.

Good luck with your scholarship application!