Application FAQs

_Q1.  What is Andela?

The Andela Fellowship is a new kind of work and learning experience. The initial months of an Andela Fellowship involve immersion simulative training in full-stack (front-end and back-end) development skills. After >1,000 hours of instruction, you begin work for local or international Andela partners as a remote software developer, supported by the Andela ecosystem.

_Q2.  How do I apply?

Please go to nigeria.andela.com to apply to the Nigerian Fellowship, kenya.andela.com to apply to the Kenyan Fellowship, uganda.andela.com to apply to the Ugandan fellowship and kigali.andela.com to apply to the Rwandan fellowship.

_Q3.  When is the application deadline?

Please check nigeria.andela.com  (if applying in Nigeria) or kenya.andela.com (if applying in Kenya) or uganda.andela.com (if applying in Uganda) or kigali.andela.com (if applying in Rwanda) for the deadline of the current application.

_Q4.  What happens after I apply?

After you apply, you’ll be sent an email detailing next steps.

_Q5.  Who do I talk to if I have more questions?

Please email nigeria.apply@andela.com for Nigerian applicants, kenya.apply@andela.com for Kenyan applicants, uganda.apply@andela.com for Ugandan applicants and kigali.apply@andela.com for Rwandan applicants.

_Q6.  Can I reapply in the next application cycle? Do I have to use another email to register?

Yes, you can apply in the next application cycle.
You can use the same email you applied with previously and you will need to re-take the technical test with the link provided in your email invite.

_Q7.  Is there an age limit for candidates considered for the fellowship?

You must be 18 years or older to be admitted into the program and to sign Andela’s employment contract.

_Q8.  Do I need a university degree to apply for the Andela fellowship?

No, you do not need a university degree.