Scholarship
EAC Scholarship Programme
The EAC Scholarship Programme provides support for students within the East African Community to pursue studies in partner states, including Rwanda, to foster regional integration.
About this scholarship
EAC Scholarship Programme is offered by East African Community (EAC) / Higher Education Council (HEC) for study in Rwanda at master level. The award is valued at Varies, provided as other support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as other funding. Applicants selected receive Varies. Selection is merit-based and need-based, so both academic record and financial circumstances are assessed.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master level. Nationality requirements apply: EAC Partner States.
Eligibility
Citizens of EAC partner states who meet academic requirements for the specific master's programs.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-08-24. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master
Nationality requirements
EAC Partner States
Funding basis
Merit-based and Need-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- East African Community (EAC) / Higher Education Council (HEC)
- Study destination
- Rwanda
- Eligible applicant countries
- Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda and DR Congo
- Award
- Varies
- Funding type
- other
- Selection basis
- Merit-based and Need-based
- Study levels
- master
- Nationality
- EAC Partner States
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-08-24
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-21