United States International University-Africa (USIU-Africa) is inviting qualified Kenyan students to apply for its 2026 scholarship opportunities.
The scholarships are designed to support academically talented students facing financial challenges. Available awards cover between 50% and 100% of tuition, while the full scholarship also covers accommodation, meals, books and computer laboratory fees.
Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Available USIU-Africa Scholarships
1. Full USIU-Africa Scholarship
Available Slots: Two – one male and one female student.
The scholarship covers:
- Full tuition fees
- Books
- Computer laboratory fees
- University accommodation
- Meals
Minimum Academic Requirements:
- KCSE mean grade of B+ or above
- At least B Plain in English
- At least B Plain in Mathematics
2. Partial USIU-Africa Scholarship
Available Slots: Two – one male and one female student.
The scholarship covers 100% of tuition costs only.
Minimum Academic Requirements:
- KCSE mean grade of B Plain or above
- At least B- in English
- At least B- in Mathematics
3. Diversity Scholarship
Available Slots: Two – one male and one female student.
The scholarship covers 100% of tuition costs.
It is available to qualified students from:
- Marginalized communities
- Informal settlements
- Arid and Semi-Arid Lands
- Underrepresented communities
- Persons with Disabilities
Minimum Academic Requirements:
- KCSE mean grade of B Plain or above
- At least B- in English
- At least B- in Mathematics
4. Exness Fintech Scholarship
Available Slots: Two – one male and one female student.
The scholarship covers 100% of tuition costs for students pursuing a Master of Science in Information Security.
Applicants must:
- Hold a first degree in an Information Technology-related field
- Have attained a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Meet USIU-Africa postgraduate admission requirements
Previous beneficiaries of the Exness Undergraduate Scholarship are not eligible to apply.
5. Criminal Justice Scholarship
Available Slots: Two – one male and one female student.
The scholarship covers 50% of tuition costs.
It is open to Kenyan civil servants interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice Studies at USIU-Africa.
Applicants must provide a recommendation letter from their immediate supervisor or departmental head.
General Eligibility Requirements
Applicants should:
- Be Kenyan citizens
- Demonstrate financial need
- Demonstrate academic excellence
- Show leadership potential
- Demonstrate commitment to community service
- Meet USIU-Africa admission requirements
- Be available to begin studies during the Fall 2026 Semester
Applicants for undergraduate scholarships should generally be first-time undergraduate degree-seeking students and should have completed their KCSE or A-Level studies in 2025, except where otherwise specified.
Scholarships are available for approved undergraduate programmes at USIU-Africa, except:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit:
- A completed USIU-Africa Scholarship Application Form
- A typed scholarship application letter explaining why they should be considered
- Copies of KCSE, A-Level or university academic certificates and results
- National identification documents
- Evidence of financial need
- Leadership or community service supporting documents
- Recommendation letter where applicable
- Any other relevant supporting documents
How to Apply
Download and complete the USIU-Africa Scholarship Application Form 2026.
Email the completed application form and all supporting documents to:
Applicants may access the application documents through the USIU-Africa Financial Aid page:
https://www.usiu.ac.ke/financial-aid/
Applications must be complete and submitted before the deadline. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: July 15, 2026
- Shortlisting and Interviews: July 2026
- Award Notifications: August 2026
- Scholarship Commencement: Fall Semester 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible to avoid missing this opportunity.
Official Application Email: [email protected]