ACCES Scholarship Program for Study at Kenyan Universities and Colleges

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ACCES Scholarship Program: The African Canadian Continuing Education Society (ACCES) is a non-profit agency that supports Kenyan students by providing post-secondary Kenya scholarships. 

The mission of frican Canadian Continuing Education Society (ACCES) is to help young Africans obtain the skills and education needed to benefit themselves and their society.

The scholarships are for study at Kenyan universities and technical colleges.
In addition, frican Canadian Continuing Education Society (ACCES) runs primary literacy centres and HIV/AIDS awareness programs.

African Canadian Continuing Education Society (ACCES) donors have helped each one by donating $400 per year or $35 per month to cover tuition fees and accommodation.
The scholarships are for the "bright and needy Kenyan youth."


For more scholarship information and scholarship application, see; ACCES Scholarship program Website

Academic Scholarships at USIU University Kenya

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Academic Scholarships at USIU University Kenya: United States International University (USIU) has provided financial assistance to numerous students.
New scholarship opportunities are now being offered to Kenyan citizens interested in undergraduate studies in International Relations, Journalism and Psychology, Business Administration, Accounting, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Information Systems and Technology, International Business Administration, Tourism Management, and Criminal Justice and graduate studies in Counseling Psychology and International Relations effective September.
Academic Scholarships at USIU University Kenya - Undergraduate Scholarships
1. Freshmen Scholarships for the Best Students in the Province
No. of scholarships: 8
The Scholarships shall be awarded on merit to one top student from each province of Kenya.
The scholarship will cover 25% tuition costs beginning Fall Semester (September)
Requirements: C+ and above in KCSE
2. Full USIU Scholarship for the Bachelor’s Degree
No. of scholarships: 2
The scholarships cover the cost of tuition, room and board, books and computer lab fees beginning Fall Semester (September). Recipients must meet other expenses such as Medical and Student Affairs Council (SAC) fees.
Requirements: B+ and above in KCSE and demonstrate academic and leadership achievements and must be financially needy.
3. Scholarships for the Physically Challenged
No. of scholarships: 2
The Scholarships are academic merit based and cover full tuition costs effective Fall Semester (September)
Requirements: C+ and above in KCSE
4. Scholarships for the Underrepresented Communities
No. of scholarships: 2
Scholarships are for the underrepresented and underprivileged bright students from Arid and Semi Arid Regions of Kenya (ASAL) and one similar scholarship for applicants from the Informal settlements in the neighborhood of USIU and cover full tuition only.
Requirements: C+ and above in KCSE
5. Public Service Scholarship
25% Tuition Scholarships will be awarded to ten (10) Kenyan civil servants seeking to pursue their Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice at USIU.
Applicants for this scholarship must in addition to requirements listed below provide a letter from their immediate Supervisors or Departmental Heads.
Application Requirements for Undergraduate Scholarships:

Applicants must submit their applications to the USIU Financial Aid Office by May 20th

Applications must be accompanied with the following - application letter, copies of the relevant certificates and transcripts (certified by Head teacher), school leaving certificate, a reference letter from the Principal or Head Teacher, an essay detailing your background information and degree you wish to pursue and the reasons why you deserve the scholarship. Academic Scholarships at USIU University Kenya - Graduate Scholarships
1. 25% Public Service Scholarships
These are scholarships for qualified Civil Servants who wish to pursue Masters Degrees in Counseling Psychology OR International Relations in USIU.
There are six scholarships for each of these programs to be awarded on merit basis.
2. 25% MBA Scholarships
There are six scholarships to be awarded on merit basis to those seeking to pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree at USIU.
Consideration will be given to applicants who attain a GMAT score of 550 or better.
Scholarship Application Requirements:

Have a first degree from an accredited university with a GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale or equivalent.

Provide Graduate Record Examination (GRE) index score of 1700 or better (Counseling Psychology and International Relations).

Provide Two written confidential recommendation letters (Forms available from the USIU Admissions office or downloaded from USIU’s website.)

Provide official transcripts from accredited institutions attended.

Completed a Graduate Admissions Application Form (Available from the USIU Admissions office or downloaded from USIU’s website).

Applicants for the Public Service Scholarships must provide an approval letter from their immediate Supervisors or Departmental Heads and a copy of appointment letter.

Masters degree in Counseling Psychology and International Relations programs have a Single intake per year (September)

For more scholarship information and application: Academic Scholarships at USIU University Kenya

African Women in Science Fellowships Program

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African Women in Science Fellowships Program: The United States Department of Agriculture is pleased to announce The Norman E. Borlaug International Science and Technology Fellows Program (Borlaug Fellows Program) for women in Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria, Niger, Uganda and Zambia.

The Borlaug Fellows Program offers training and collaborative research opportunities in international agricultural science, leadership and policy.

Training venues usually include U.S. universities, government agencies, and international agricultural research centers.

Women Fellowship Objectives:

Provide female agricultural research scientists, faculty and policymakers with an opportunity to work one-on-one with U.S. experts in the fields of agriculture, forestry and natural resources at a U.S. institution or CGIAR center

Provide scientists, faculty and policymakers with practical experience and exposure to new technologies that can enhance their own research endeavors

Foster increased collaboration and networking between African and U.S. agricultural scientists and policymakers to improve agricultural productivity and food security

Facilitate the transfer of new science and agricultural technologies to strengthen agricultural practices

Address obstacles to the adoption of technology such as ineffectual policies and regulations

Provide leadership skills training. Africa Women Fellowships - Eligibility & Requirements

Female citizens from Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria, Niger, Uganda and Zambia in the early to mid-level stages of their professional careers

Good working knowledge of the English language

Minimum Masters Degree with 3 years practical experience or working toward Masters Degree with 5 years experience

Currently employed at an institution in Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria, Niger, Uganda and Zambia with intent to continue working in their country for a minimum of two years following their return from the United States.

Africa Women Fellowships - Application Requirements

Eligible candidates are invited to submit the complete application with the following attachments no later than April 10.

Application form

One page program proposal

Approval of the home institution

Two letters of recommendation

Copy of passport identification page

One passport sized photo 

For more information, contact: Borlaug Fellows Program - Women in Science, Email: Karen.Uetrecht [at] fas.usda.gov or visit: African Women in Science Fellowships

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