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Eastern Africa, capital Addis Ababa

How to Apply to Universities in Ethiopia (2027): Step by Step

Ethiopia's Immigration and Citizenship Service issues a student visa that lets foreign students reside in the country for the duration of their studies, with an acceptance letter from an accredited institution and proof of tuition payment or scholarship. At Addis Ababa University, other international students pay USD 60 to USD 150 per ECTS credit at undergraduate level, and students from IGAD and East African countries pay less.

Verified 15 Sep 2026 Sources
Public tuition, per year
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international students
Living cost, per month
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typical range
Work during study
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Post study work
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Intakes
September
main application cycles

Degree study in Ethiopia

  1. Have your credentials evaluated by the Education and Training Authority.
  2. Apply to the university (Addis Ababa University: USD 40 undergraduate, USD 150 graduate) and take its admission test.
  3. Apply for a student visa with passport, photos, acceptance letter, proof of tuition payment or scholarship and proof of funds.
Sources, checked 15 September 2026
  1. https://ics.gov.et/services/student-visa-application/
  2. https://www.aau.edu.et/admission
  3. https://www.aau.edu.et/announcements/e7884dda-5237-49a6-9a87-3fbe32fd9e95
  4. https://www.aau.edu.et/aau-at-a-glance