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Addis Ababa University (AAU), which was established in 1950 as the University College of Addis Ababa (UCAA), is the oldest and the largest higher learning and research institution in Ethiopia. Since its inception, the University has been the leading center in teaching-learning, research and community services.

History

Addis Ababa University (AAU), which was established in 1950 as the University College of Addis Ababa (UCAA), is the oldest and the largest higher learning and research institution in Ethiopia. Since its inception, the University has been the leading center in teaching-learning, research and community services.

Education

At present the University has 10 colleges, 4 institutes that run both teaching and research, and 6 research institutes that predominantly conduct research. Within these academic units, there are 55 departments, 12 centers, 12 schools, and 2 teaching hospitals.

Research

Taking into account the reform in the University, coupled with the responsibility entrusted to the institution by the Government, AAU has recently welcomed a new vision of becoming a pre-eminent research university in Africa. As a result, research has been given a new organizational platform under a new direction and new set of policy framework. The change at AAU underscores that research should proactively respond to the national demand of generating and disseminating new knowledge and technology, strengthening and developing the capacity of students in contemporary science and technology.

Addis Ababa University Key Statistics & Highlights

  • #601 Ranking
  • 2 Masters
  • 45 Scholarships
  • 2,823 Academic Staff
  • 46,864 Students
  • 15,465 Students (female)
  • Public Institution Type

Addis Ababa University Overview

Addis Ababa University Scholarships

Addis Ababa University Scholarships

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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
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33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
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3500 USD
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15 Nov 2026
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2000 USD
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01 Sep 2026
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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
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1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
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3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
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1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
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5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
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3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
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25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest

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Ayn Rand Institute
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1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
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Salvado Law
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5000 CAD
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31 Dec 2026
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5000 SEK
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30 Apr 2026
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1000 USD
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31 Oct 2026
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500 USD
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31 Oct 2026
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7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2026
Go Global MBA Scholarship
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3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
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Anonymous Hope Fund
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1000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
The Devadoss Law Firm Civil Rights Scholarship
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The Devadoss Law Firm
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1000 USD
Deadline
22 Jun 2026
Lawyers of Tomorrow Scholarship
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Law Offices of James F. DiQuattro
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Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
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The Education for Sustainable Energy Development (ESED) scholarship
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Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership
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Grant
1000 USD
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NextLevel Student Scholarship
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NextLevel Student Scholarship
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mundus MAPP
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based

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Headway
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based

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Moving Mates
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
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ACES: The Society for Editing
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Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest

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Ayn Rand Institute
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
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Salvado Law
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5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
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Pinsky Law
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Grant
5000 SEK
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Kreditkortlistan Financial Scholarship
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Addis Ababa University Student Reviews & Awards

3.8

Based on 100 reviews

  • 5 Star
    19 Reviews
  • 4 Star
    41 Reviews
  • 3 Star
    36 Reviews
  • 2 Star
    3 Reviews
  • 1 Star
    1 Review

How Students Rated This University

  • Student Teacher Interaction 4.0
  • Quality of Student Life 4.0
5/5

Growth-Oriented Academic Experience

My overall study experience has been both challenging and rewarding. Throughout my academic journey, I have gained valuable knowledge, practical skills, and a deeper understanding of my field. The learning environment encouraged critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent research, which helped me grow both academically and personally. What I really appreciated was the support from instructors and the availability of learning resources. The courses were well-structured and relevant, allowing me to connect theory with real-world applications. Additionally, group work and class discussions enhanced my communication and teamwork skills. However, there are areas that could be improved. In some cases, better organization of course materials and more timely feedback would enhance the learning experience. Increasing access to practical training opportunities or internships would also better prepare students for the professional world. In summary, my study experience has been positive and impactful. It has equipped me with the necessary skills and confidence to pursue my future career, while also highlighting areas where the institution can continue to improve.

Posted by Tibebu Dwit
Studied from Jan 2022 - Jun 2026
Posted on Apr 2026
5/5

HSB and resilience post-positive CC screening.

There is 66.2% drop rate from follow-up ppst-positive.

Posted by Abdissa Boka
Studied from Sep 2025 - Jun 2029
Posted on Mar 2026
3/5

My study experience was positive.

My study experience in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence has been both interesting and valuable. I especially liked the opportunity to learn practical skills such as data analysis, machine learning, and working on real-world projects, which helped me build strong technical and problem-solving abilities. One area that could be improved is increasing access to more advanced resources, research opportunities, and updated tools to better support students in keeping up with global developments in the field. More hands-on experience and industry exposure would also be beneficial. Overall, my study experience has been positive and rewarding. It has given me a strong academic foundation and prepared me for further studies and a future career in data science and artificial intelligence.

Posted by Melkamu Birku
Studied from Sep 2025 - Aug 2027
Posted on Mar 2026
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Addis Ababa University Rankings

Study Portals Meta Ranking

Top 11.3% Ethiopia
Top 100% Worldwide

Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.

Academic Ranking of World Universities

601

By Shanghai Jiao Tong University

The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.

ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities

2023 2024 2025
601 601 601

Best Global Universities Rankings

709

By U.S. News & World Report

Dropped 46 places compared to 2025

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings

2024 2025 2026
573 663 709

QS World University Rankings

851

By TopUniversities

Dropped 80 places compared to 2025

QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend QS World University Rankings

2024 2025 2026
851 771 851

Library services

The main university library is the John F. Kennedy Memorial Library, which was opened in August 1969. It is located on the Main Campus (at Sidist Kilo). It primarily holds library materials on humanities and social sciences and serves almost all the University community and registered external users.

ICT services

The mission of the ICT Directorate is to play a major enabling role in strengthening the operational missions of the University, namely learning-teaching, research and innovation, community engagements, institutional development and administrations.

Sports facilities

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that all students who are interested in participating in Extracurricular Activities and Sports are given a fair opportunity to do so. This policy is largely aimed at:

  • developing useful new capabilities in students that can lead to extension of career opportunities;
  • developing student initiatives and providing opportunities for exercising responsibilities;
  • advancing students’ leadership capabilities and good organizational skills;
  • enhancing the social skills of students through building interpersonal skills;
  • enabling students to explore a wider range of individual interests that might be available in the regular program;

Student clubs

  • The Yellow Movement.
  • The leadership and Debate Club.
  • Addis Ababa University Male's Solidarity Club for Gender Equality and Elimination of GBV/Yewendoch Agarnet Kibeb)

Addis Ababa University Campus Locations

#1 Main Campus
Ethiopia Country
Addis Ababa City

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