Apply for a Scholarship

Eligibility

Before you apply

DAF selects impoverished and/or orphaned 8th graders who have been accepted to high school but lack school fees. Scholarships cover all four years, provided students maintain academic standards.

Academic criteria

Must have sat the KCPE exam
Boys must score 350 points or above
Girls must score 330 points or above
Must maintain a minimum grade of C+ to continue funding

Required documents

KCPE results slip
Application letter explaining need
Recommendation letter from Head Teacher
Community recommendation (church, chief, etc.)

Application

DAF Online Application Form

Complete all required fields below and attach your supporting documents. Our Selection Committee reviews every application. Shortlisted students will be contacted for a home visit and interview.

Student information

First Name*

Last Name*

Date of Birth*

Gender*

Primary School*

Home Village*

KCPE Points* Whole number, e.g. 372

Phone Number*

Family information

Parent / Guardian Name*

Family members living in your home*

Is your mother living?*

Yes No

Is your father living?*

Yes No

Do you have brothers and sisters in school?*

Yes No

If yes, what school and class?

Supporting documents

KCPE Results Slip* Choose file or drop here PDF, JPG or PNG

Letter from Student* Your application letter stating why you need a scholarship. Choose file or drop here PDF, DOC, JPG or PNG

Supporting Documents Recommendation letters from the Head Teacher of your school and community leaders (church, chief, etc.). Choose file or drop here PDF, DOC, JPG or PNG

One last thing

How did you hear about DAF?

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We'll contact shortlisted students directly.

Before you apply

Academic criteria

Required documents

DAF Online Application Form

Questions about applying?