Host EAC Scholarship Phase II Students: Applications Open for Universities

Imagine turning your university into a key player in East Africa’s academic future. The Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA) has opened applications for Phase II of the EAC Scholarship Programme. This fully funded initiative lets higher education institutions host top students from across the region.

Overview of the EAC Scholarship Programme Phase II

The EAC Scholarship Programme Phase II builds on past efforts to boost higher education and teamwork in East Africa. IUCEA runs it with support from the East African Community and funding from Germany’s KfW government. The main goals include training skilled workers in key areas, encouraging student movement between countries, and creating leaders in fields like math, engineering, science, technology, informatics, and business.

This program targets universities, not individual students. Host institutions will welcome and teach scholars from other EAC countries. It promotes cultural exchange and stronger ties among schools in the region.

Benefits for Hosted Students

Host schools should know what draws these students. Selected scholars get full support, which includes tuition fees, a monthly living stipend, medical insurance, funds for research and studies, and return air tickets if needed. This setup brings high-achieving talent to your campus without extra costs to your budget.

Who Can Apply as a Host Institution

Public and private universities and accredited higher education centers in EAC Partner States can apply. Your school must offer programs in the priority fields and show it can handle strong teaching and research. You also need to support students from other countries through mentorship, internships, and smooth integration.

Eligible countries include Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan, Democratic Republic of Congo, and Somalia. This wide reach helps spread opportunities across the region.

Target Students for Hosting

The students you will host come from EAC countries, usually under 35 years old, with solid academic records. They pursue undergraduate, master’s, or PhD degrees in STEM or business fields. Your role will shape their growth into future innovators.

Reasons for Institutions to Join

Applying brings real gains. First, it raises your school’s status as a top regional spot for learning. Second, diverse students enrich your campus life and global outlook. Third, working with these scholars boosts your research and new ideas. Fourth, the funding eases money worries and lifts program quality. Fifth, you join a network of leading East African universities.

Program Details and Student Experience

The program mixes classwork, research, hands-on internships, mentorship, and regional events. This full approach prepares students for real-world challenges and builds lasting connections.

Bigger Picture Impact

This effort supports East Africa’s growth by growing talent in tech and business, tying countries closer together, and training the next generation of leaders. By hosting, your institution helps build a stronger knowledge base for the whole area.

Application Steps

Check the IUCEA website for the form when it opens. Submit details on your programs, accreditation, and ability to host regional students. List courses in the key fields. Stay updated for exact instructions.

Visit the official application page and IUCEA site for more.

Key Deadline

Submit by April 23, 2026. This chance can position your university as a leader in regional education.

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