Scholarships for Ethiopian students wanting to study overseas?

As an Ethiopian student aiming to study internationally, I'm eager to find scholarships that can support my journey. Can anyone share insights or resources that specifically cater to Ethiopian students seeking scholarships abroad?

Glad to hear of your ambitions to study internationally! As an Ethiopian student, there are several scholarships out there, many of which are specific to developing countries or to African countries in particular.

Firstly, I suggest taking a look at scholarships provided by the universities themselves in the countries you're interested in studying. Many universities, especially those in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and other countries with robust international programs, often have scholarships dedicated to international students from specific regions, including Africa and, by extent, Ethiopia.

For example, the MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program is a potent resource. This scholarship provides comprehensive support to academically talented yet economically disadvantaged students across Sub-Saharan Africa, including Ethiopia, for studies at the undergraduate or graduate level.

There are also quite a few scholarships available specifically tailored to African students. The British Council's "Scholarships for Women in STEM" target female students from 19 African countries, including Ethiopia who want to pursue postgraduate studies in STEM fields in the UK.

Look up the Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme, targeting postgraduate students from developing countries, with an emphasis on certain countries, including Ethiopia. This program mainly provides scholarships for Master's level studies but considers PhD programs on a case-by-case basis.

Another worthy place to look is the Reach Oxford scholarships. Several of these scholarships are offered to students from low-income countries, including Ethiopia, and cover both living costs and course fees.

You can also explore places like Appily (formerly known as Cappex), who have a scholarship search tool for all kinds of scholarships, including those for Ethiopian students studying abroad. Keep in mind that when you find scholarships that fit your needs, ensure to start the application process as early as possible and pay close attention to the eligibility requirements and deadlines.

Lastly, contact the Ethiopian Embassy in your destination country. They might have information on scholarships or programs for Ethiopian nationals studying abroad.

Good luck with your scholarship search and your studies abroad!