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Below is a list of ongoing fully-funded and partial scholarships for students in Uganda to help fund your studies abroad or in Uganda. View list, learn how to apply for scholarships and win a scholarship today.
Applications are now open for the 2024 Uongozi Institute Women’s Leadership Programme. The Women’s Leadership Programme allows senior and emerging female leaders to navigate the unique leadership challenges that deter female professionals in the workplace from occupying senior leadership positions.
Date Posted: 03 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the International Youth Math Challenge 2024. This opportunity is open to high school students from all over the world.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2024
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Applications are open for the University of Manchester Equity and Merit Scholarships 2025/2026 for International Master's Students. The Equity and Merit Scholarships aim to empower young professionals in the Global South to deliver solutions to meet these interlinked goals.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2024
Do you want to pursue your Master’s or PhD degree in Turkey? If so, the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) Graduate Scholarship for 2024/25 is your best opportunity. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2024
What opportunities are available to support the brightest minds from around the world? The Global Excellence Scholarship (GES) at the University of Minnesota is a golden opportunity. This scholarship offers substantial support to outstanding international first-year students and transfer students.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the ‘First 500 Scholarship’ of Kent University for international undergraduate applicants for 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2024
Applications for the Green Institute Fellows Program 2024 are now open. This prestigious title will be awarded to students who actively participate in the series of four virtual conferences, each focusing on vital topics in sustainability, food security, climate action, and environmental law.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2024
The International Centre for Counter-Terrorism (ICCT) is looking for a Visiting Fellow to support its research activities in the fall of 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Person-Centred Care Advocacy Academy 2024. Sponsored by the International AIDS society, the Person-Centred Care Advocacy Academy is set to award fellowships to 15 dedicated advocates for an intensive and interactive four-day workshop series.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
The Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies offers one-year Jean Monnet Fellowships to scholars who have obtained their doctorate more than five years prior to the start of the fellowship, i.e. 1 September 2025 for the academic year 2025-26. Applications are now open for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Eisenhower Fellowships Global Program 2025. Eisenhower Fellowships identifies, empowers and connects innovative leaders through a transformative fellowship experience and lifelong engagement in a global network of dynamic change agents committed to creating a world more peaceful, prosperous and just.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Charles Bullard Fellowship in Forest Research 2025-2026. Harvard University awards a limited number of Bullard Fellowships annually to individuals representing a variety of disciplines and approaches to the study of forested ecosystems. These full-time residential fellowships allow individuals to foster their scientific and professional growth and to contribute to research on forests at Harvard.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Aftershoot, an industry leading post-processing software for photographers, announces the launch of its grant program - Aftershoot Create Together Fund 2024. This path breaking initiative aims to support photographers in building and nurturing local photography communities through workshops, photowalks, model shoots, meetups, and other such offline events.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Are you a young person who cares about the environment and people? Do you want to raise your voice on climate migration, and how it affects millions of people around the world, including children and youth? Do you have a story to share as a young person who migrated or has been displaced in the context of climate change? Do you want to play a role in the global policy agenda on these important issues? If yes, then this is your chance to join the IOM COP29 Youth Delegates on Climate Migration and be part of the COP29 in Azerbaijan!
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Institute for Advanced Study in the Humanities International Fellowship. This opportunity is open to research fellows who have completed their PhD and have up to six years of post-doctoral experience.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the WFP Innovation Challenge: Relief & Resilience 2024. They launched the latest World Food Programme (WFP) Innovation Challenge in search of game-changing innovations that offer relief, foster resilience and end hunger.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Kokyo Design Award 2025. The Kokyo Design Award is an international competition for product design that aims to co-create with talented designers and support their activities.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Post-Harvest Loss Innovation Prize 2024. The Post Harvest Loss Innovation Prize is seeking innovative solutions that reduce post-harvest loss for smallholder farmers in emerging markets. Funding from the prize is unrestricted.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications for the Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowship 2024/2025 are now open. The Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowships provide a year of support for doctoral students preparing to embark on innovative dissertation research projects in the humanities and interpretive social sciences.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications are invited for the Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP) Next Generation Resource Governance Leaders Program 2024. The Next Generation Resource Governance Leaders Program is an internship that intends to balance a dose of theory with real-world application and equip participants with the requisite multidisciplinary intellectual development, practical skills, and research abilities to think in more innovative ways to solve complex governance challenges.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
1. Why should I study in Uganda?
Uganda offers quality education at an affordable cost and is home to several reputable universities. Studying in Uganda provides opportunities for students to experience a rich culture, vibrant community life, and diverse natural landscapes.
2. What are the admission requirements for universities in Uganda?
Admission requirements vary depending on the institution and program. For undergraduate programs, students must have completed secondary education (with appropriate results from national exams such as Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) or its equivalent). Graduate programs generally require a bachelor's degree in a related field. Some programs may also require entrance exams or interviews.
3. Are there scholarships available for students in Uganda?
Yes, there are scholarships available for both local and international students. These scholarships are often offered by individual universities, the government of Uganda, and international organizations. Some popular scholarship programs include those from the Uganda Higher Education Students' Financing Board and scholarships from development agencies like the United Nations or the African Union.
4. What visa do I need to study in Uganda as an international student?
International students need a student visa to study in Uganda. To obtain a student visa, you must first be accepted by a Ugandan university or educational institution. You will need to submit an application to the Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control, along with the admission letter, proof of financial means, passport, and other supporting documents.
5. Can I work while studying in Uganda?
International students in Uganda are generally not allowed to work while studying unless they obtain specific permission from immigration authorities. Some universities may offer on-campus jobs or internships, but students should check with their respective institution for available opportunities and legal requirements.
6. What are the top universities in Uganda?
Some of the top universities in Uganda include Makerere University, Kampala International University, Kyambogo University, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, and Nkumba University. Makerere University, in particular, is one of Africa's oldest and most prestigious universities and is known for its strong research programs.
7. What is the language of instruction in Ugandan universities?
The official language of instruction in most Ugandan universities is English. However, it is beneficial to learn some basic phrases in local languages, such as Luganda or Swahili, for day-to-day interactions.