Placing qualified Kenyan students in leading universities across the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Europe, China, South Korea, and Japan — with end-to-end support from first consultation to graduation.
Arbeiders Education Placement Agency is a premier Nairobi-based consultancy dedicated to connecting qualified Kenyan students with world-class universities. We provide end-to-end support — from counselling and selection to visas and post-arrival check-ins.
Over 15,500 Kenyan students studied abroad in 2023 and that number grows every year. We are at the heart of that movement, guiding students with expert, personalised care.
Every recommendation is made in your best interest
Transparent, honest guidance at every stage
Direct relationships with global admissions offices
High visa approval rates across all destinations
We place students in universities and colleges across 8 major international destinations, covering the full spectrum of global higher education opportunities.
Each destination offers unique advantages — we help you find the right fit.
Harvard, MIT, Stanford and 4,000+ universities. World's broadest academic range with STEM OPT extension.
Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial. 3-year degrees. 43% rise in Kenyan enrolments in 2024. Graduate Route post-study visa.
World's best student-to-PR pathway. PGWP up to 3 years. Express Entry leads to permanent residency in 3–5 years.
9,522 Kenyan students in 2024. World's highest minimum wage at AUD 24.80/hr. Subclass 485 post-study visa.
Public universities charge zero tuition. Only semester fees of €100–400. World-class STEM and engineering.
CSC Scholarship fully covers tuition, housing, and living costs. Belt and Road opportunities. Strong medical programs.
GKS covers everything including airfare and monthly allowance. Tech innovation and world-class universities.
MEXT scholarship — one of the world's most prestigious. Robotics, engineering, and research excellence.
From your first idea of studying abroad to your first day of class — and beyond.
Academic assessment to identify strengths, career goals, and the best programs and destinations aligned to your profile.
Shortlisting best-fit universities based on your KCSE grades, budget, location preferences, and scholarship eligibility.
Expert help with Personal Statements, SOPs, reference letters, and seamless submission to UCAS, Common App, or university portals.
Coaching for IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, GRE, GMAT, SAT, and language tests for German, French, Mandarin, Korean, and Japanese.
Identifying CSC, GKS, MEXT, Chevening, Fulbright, Commonwealth, DAAD, and university-specific funding opportunities.
Document preparation, financial proof review, and mock visa interviews to maximise your approval chances at every embassy.
KNEC certification, apostille processing at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and translation coordination for all destinations.
Comprehensive orientation — banking, accommodation, cultural adjustment, student rights, and post-arrival check-ins.
Deep KCSE expertise — We know exactly how Kenyan qualifications translate to international admission standards in every destination country.
High visa approval rates — Our visa coaching programme addresses the specific concerns of each embassy, including financial documentation and ties to Kenya.
Up-to-date policy knowledge — We track changes like Canada's 2024 GIC increase, UK salary thresholds, and Australia's evolving PGWP list in real time.
Scholarship maximisation — We actively identify and apply for CSC, GKS, MEXT, Chevening, Fulbright, Commonwealth, and DAAD awards on your behalf.
Honest, transparent advice — We tell you the truth about your profile, costs, and realistic outcomes — not just what you want to hear.
Post-arrival support — Our relationship doesn't end when you board the plane. We're here for banking issues, accommodation, and academic questions too.
Meet with one of our expert counsellors for a comprehensive academic assessment and personalised recommendations — at no cost to you.
Available in-person at our Nairobi office or online via video call.
Book Your Free SessionMany of the world's most generous scholarships are specifically open to Kenyan students.
Covers tuition, living allowance, airfare, and health insurance for postgraduate study.
UK Government's flagship award — fully funded master's for Kenyan professionals with leadership potential.
Covers tuition, accommodation, medical insurance, and a monthly stipend of CNY 2,500–3,500.
Covers airfare, a Korean language training year, tuition, accommodation, and a monthly allowance of KRW 900,000–1,000,000.
Covers tuition, housing, and a monthly stipend of JPY 117,000–145,000. One of Asia's most prestigious awards.
Fully funds master's and PhD degrees at UK universities for students from Commonwealth nations with a development focus.
German Academic Exchange Service — postgraduate study and research stipends across multiple annual calls.
EUR 5,000 first-year award for international students enrolling at participating Dutch universities.
Our counsellors will assess your profile, identify every award you're eligible for, and handle the applications on your behalf — at no extra cost. Most students are surprised by how many options they have.
Key facts to help you choose the right destination for your goals.
| Country | Tuition | Work (Term) | Min. Wage/hr | Post-Study Visa | PR Pathway | Top Scholarship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 USA | USD 15K–55K/yr | 20 hrs on-campus | USD 7.25–20.76 | OPT 12–36 months | Hard (10–15yr) | Fulbright |
| 🇬🇧 UK | GBP 12K–35K/yr | 20 hrs/week | GBP 12.21 | Graduate Route 2–3yr | Moderate (5yr) | Chevening |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | CAD 20K–45K/yr | 24 hrs/week | CAD 17.30 | PGWP up to 3yr | Best (3–5yr) | University merit |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | AUD 20K–45K/yr | 48 hrs/fortnight | AUD 24.80 | Subclass 485 2–4yr | Good (4–5yr) | University merit |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | FREE (€100–400 fee) | ~20 hrs/week | EUR 12.82 | Job Seeker 18 months | Good (2–5yr) | DAAD |
| 🇨🇳 China | CNY 20K–40K/yr | Limited on-campus | N/A | Limited | Very Hard | CSC (Fully Funded) |
| 🇰🇷 South Korea | KRW 2M–8M/yr | 20 hrs/week | KRW 9,860 | D-10 6 months | Hard (5yr+) | GKS (Fully Funded) |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | JPY 535K–1.2M/yr | 28 hrs/week | JPY 1,054+ | Job Seeker 1yr | Hard (5–10yr) | MEXT (Fully Funded) |
"Arbeiders Education guided me from applying to MIT, through course selection, visa preparation, and settling in Boston. Their support was exceptional — I could not have done it without them."
We have direct relationships with admissions offices at leading universities across all 8 destination countries.
Real students. Real universities. Real outcomes.
Arbeiders helped me navigate the entire Oxford application from scratch — personal statement, interview prep, and visa. I'm now reading Law at Magdalen College.
I had no idea where to start with the CSC scholarship. Brian and Wanjiku walked me through every document. I'm now at Peking University fully funded.
As a mature student with a family, I was nervous about going back to school abroad. Amina tailored a plan that worked for my life. I'm loving Toronto.
The MEXT scholarship seemed impossible for a Kenyan. Wanjiku proved me wrong. Free tuition, monthly stipend, and I'm doing robotics at University of Tokyo.
Germany was my first choice but I didn't know where to begin with blocked account, APS, and the visa. Arbeiders made it seamless. Zero tuition at TU Munich!
I got my GKS scholarship for South Korea with Wanjiku's guidance. The language prep, the application, the visa — all handled professionally. Highly recommend.
Everything prospective students and parents typically ask us.
Our initial consultation is completely free. Service fees depend on the destination and package selected — we are transparent about all costs upfront with no hidden charges. Contact us for a detailed breakdown.
Requirements vary by country and program. Generally, a C+ and above opens most doors. Some destinations like Germany and China are more accessible for B– grades, while top UK and US universities typically require A– and above. We assess your profile individually.
Yes — most destinations allow part-time work. Australia permits 48 hrs/fortnight, the UK and Germany allow ~20 hrs/week, Canada allows 24 hrs/week, and Japan allows 28 hrs/week. The USA restricts work to on-campus roles (20 hrs/week) during term.
It depends on the destination. UK and Australia applications take 3–6 months from first consultation to visa. Canada and USA can take 6–12 months for competitive programs. We recommend starting at least one year before your intended intake date.
No agency can legally guarantee a visa — that decision rests with the embassy. However, our thorough visa coaching, financial documentation review, and mock interview preparation give our students significantly higher approval rates than the national average.
There are many — Chevening (UK), Fulbright (USA), CSC (China), GKS (South Korea), MEXT (Japan), DAAD (Germany), Commonwealth (UK), and Holland Scholarship (Netherlands). Several are fully funded. We actively identify and apply for all scholarships you qualify for.
Yes — public German universities charge no tuition fees for international students. You only pay a semester administration fee of roughly €100–400. You do need to show a blocked account (Sperrkonto) of approximately €11,208 for your visa application to cover living costs.
In many countries, yes. The UK, Canada, Australia, and Germany allow dependants (spouse and children) to accompany you on a student visa, subject to financial requirements. We advise on the specific conditions for each destination.
A proven process refined over six years of successful placements.
Academic assessment, goals discussion, and personalised destination recommendations.
We identify the best universities and programs based on your profile, budget, and ambitions.
IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, GMAT, SAT coaching and strategic test scheduling.
SOP writing, document preparation, and full application submission support.
We identify and apply for all eligible funding — government, institution, and private.
Document review, financial proof prep, and mock visa interview training.
Pre-departure briefing, travel support, accommodation guidance, and post-arrival check-ins.
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A dedicated group of education specialists, visa experts, and student advisors committed to placing Kenyan talent in the world's best universities.
MBA (University of Edinburgh) · 12 Years in International Education
Amina Njeri Kamau founded Arbeiders Education's placement division after completing her MBA at the University of Edinburgh on a Chevening Scholarship — a process she navigated entirely on her own, and vowed to simplify for others. With over 12 years of hands-on experience, Amina has personally supervised more than 600 successful placements including students admitted to Oxford, Cambridge, MIT, the University of Toronto, and ANU. She is a certified British Council IELTS examiner, a founding member of the Kenya International Education Consultants Association (KIECA), and regularly speaks at career fairs and university events across East Africa.
Amina leads all placement operations and manages university partnerships across 8 destination regions, personally handling complex scholarship and visa cases. She represents Arbeiders at international education fairs including ICEF, NAFSA, and Going Global, and mentors the full counselling team.
BSc Computer Science (TU Berlin) · 7 Years Experience
Brian studied computer science at TU Berlin on a DAAD scholarship and returned to Kenya to help others achieve the same. He specialises in USA and European placements with deep expertise in STEM programs, engineering admissions, and German language preparation.
Brian guides students through the full USA and European application process — from Common App and uni-assist submissions to F-1 and Schengen visa coaching. He is the office's go-to expert for STEM admissions, DAAD funding, and GRE preparation.
MA International Relations (Peking University) · 5 Years Experience
Wanjiku completed her master's at Peking University on a CSC scholarship and holds HSK Level 5 Mandarin certification. She is Arbeiders' lead specialist for China, South Korea, and Japan, with deep expertise in GKS, MEXT, and CSC scholarship applications.
Wanjiku manages end-to-end CSC, GKS, and MEXT scholarship applications and guides students through Chinese, Korean, and Japanese visa processes. She also delivers HSK and TOPIK language preparation sessions and provides cultural orientation for all Asian destinations.
LLB Law (University of Melbourne) · 4 Years Experience
Kevin completed his LLB at the University of Melbourne and worked as a student ambassador during his studies. He returned to Kenya with firsthand knowledge of what it takes to succeed as an African student in the UK, Australia, and Canada.
Kevin advises students on UK, Australia, and Canada placements — from UCAS personal statements and GTE preparation to PGWP and Express Entry PR pathways. His firsthand experience as an international student in Melbourne gives him an edge in preparing students for life abroad.
BA Business Administration (USIU-Africa) · 5 Years at Arbeiders
Mercy is the operational backbone of the Arbeiders office. She manages student files, appointment scheduling, document tracking, and fee processing with exceptional precision. Her warm and organised approach ensures every student has a smooth administrative experience from registration to departure.
Mercy keeps all office operations running smoothly — managing student files, scheduling, document tracking, and fee processing. Her precision and warmth ensure every student has a seamless experience from first registration to departure.
Diploma in ICT (Strathmore University) · 3 Years at Arbeiders
Dennis manages Arbeiders' digital communications, social media presence, and student support channels. He is the first point of contact for students reaching out via WhatsApp, email, and social media, and coordinates event logistics including university open days and pre-departure briefings.
Dennis manages all digital communications and social media channels, serving as the first point of contact for students via WhatsApp and email. He also coordinates logistics for open days, career fairs, and pre-departure briefings.