University of Nairobi International Postgraduate Scholarships
IELTS Requirement & Application Guide
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- IELTS
- 6
- Study level
- Postgraduate
- Deadline
- July annually
Last verified: 2026-03
About University of Nairobi International Postgraduate Scholarships
Limited scholarships for international students from developing countries; English proficiency via IELTS
Listed IELTS requirement
| Overall |
|---|
| 6 |
Accepts: Academic ✓ / General ✓
Also accepted: TOEFL iBT 60, PTE Academic 50
Tips for Meeting the Requirement
- 1University of Nairobi International Postgraduate Scholarships requires IELTS 6 overall. Start your preparation early and take the test at least 3 months before the application deadline.
- 2Focus on Academic IELTS preparation, as both Academic and General Training are accepted. Practice with official Cambridge IELTS materials for the best results.
- 3If your score is close to 6, consider retaking the test. Many scholarship committees look at the most recent or highest score.
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