Egerton University Announces Scholarships for Degree and Master’s Programmes: How to Apply

Egerton University has announced fully funded scholarships under the TAGDev 2.0 programme for the 2026/2027 academic year.

The scholarships are open to candidates from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and South Sudan, particularly those from economically disadvantaged or marginalized communities.

“This call for Scholarships for the 2026/2027 academic year is open to applicants,” read the announcement.

The deadline for applications is May 1, 2026.

Egerton University Announces Full Scholarships for 2026/2027 Intake

Applicants should note that the scholarship covers the following undergraduate and master’s degree programmes:

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How to Apply for the Egerton University TAGDev Scholarship

Applications will be done in two stages and must be completed concurrently.

Step 1: Apply for Admission to Egerton University

Applicants must first apply for admission to their preferred programme at Egerton University.

Submit the following documents:

• Duly filled admission application form (undergraduate or postgraduate)

• Certified copies of academic certificates, transcripts, and KCSE result slips

• A recent passport-size photo

• Copy of National ID or passport (or birth certificate if ID is unavailable)

• CV (for Master’s applicants only)

Submission options:

• Email all documents as one PDF to: mcf.chs@egerton.ac.ke

• OR submit hard copies to the TAGDev Centre

• OR send via post to:
  TAGDev 2.0 Programme Coordinator
  Egerton University, TAGDev Centre
  P.O Box 536-20115, Egerton Njoro, Kenya

Step 2: Apply for the TAGDev Scholarship via RUFORUM

After applying for admission, proceed to submit your scholarship application online through the RUFORUM system.

Application process:

1. Visit the RIMS portal: https://rims2.ruforum.org/

2. Create an account by registering

3. Activate your account via the email sent (check spam/junk if needed)

4. Log in using your credentials

5. Go to Calls → Scholarship Calls

6. Select Call ID: RU/2026Egerton Univ/TAGDev 2.0

7. Click Apply and fill in the application form

8. Save your progress using “Save Draft”

9. Download and print the completed form

10. Submit it together with your university admission application

11. Upload it to the university portal or submit a hard copy