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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 Smithsonian Environmental Justice Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the Smithsonian Climate Change Fellowship. Climate change is dramatically and profoundly altering our planet, and for decades, Smithsonian researchers have been conducting studies and collecting data to understand these changes. Apply now to become a part of this unique opportunity!
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
The GFCF is inviting applications for the third cohort of the #ShiftThePower Fellows, an experimental programme aimed at strengthening the #ShiftThePower movement by supporting and elevating thought leadership and network connectedness among civil society and movement practitioners in the Global South who are deeply immersed in social change at the local level. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 United Nations Regional Course in International Law for Africa. The Regional Courses provide high-quality training by leading scholars and practitioners on a broad range of core subjects of international law, as well as specific subjects of particular interest in a given region. Apply now!
Date Posted: 27 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the University of Lincoln’s 2025 scholarship programme for African students. The University of Lincoln’s Africa Scholarship is aimed at supporting postgraduate-taught students from across Africa. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship 2025. The mission of the Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship is to create a community of committed clean energy and climate change leaders from emerging and developing countries, enriched by engagement with top Yale faculty and researchers, and leading global authorities in the clean energy transition from the International Energy Agency and beyond.
Date Posted: 27 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Harvard University Center for the Environment (HUCE) Environmental Fellows Program 2025. The Harvard University Center for the Environment expects to award approximately six fellowships for the 2025 cohort. The Center will organize a co-curricular program to ensure that the fellows get to know each other and each other's work. All fellows will attend biweekly dinners with their colleagues, faculty members, and guests.
Date Posted: 27 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill University 2025/2026. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill University is open to talented leaders and changemakers at the graduate (master's) level, from across Sub-Saharan Africa who aspire t o improve and transform nutrition, public health, public policy, and sustainable agriculture sectors across Africa.
Date Posted: 27 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the French Institute International City of Arts Residency Program 2025. The Institut français × Cité internationale des arts residency program is aimed at artists and cultural professionals who have been living abroad for at least 5 years and who wish to develop a research and creative project in Paris during a three-, six- or nine-month residency. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the InfoNile Environmental Youth Activism Training Program 2024. InfoNile invites applications from youth activists from the Nile Basin countries (Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Egypt, South Sudan and Sudan) for an activists training program.
Date Posted: 27 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the the Mastercard Foundation Scholarships at the Sciences Po Summer School. Scholarships for the Sciences Po Summer School are awarded in collaboration with a network of partner institutions authorized to nominate candidates. These scholarships are reserved for Scholars from the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program network who want to attend a four-week in-person programme.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the Mastercard Foundation fully-funded scholarship program for graduate study at Sciences Po. For its second strategic phase (2024 – 2034), the goal of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Sciences Po is to support 1,450 students and young professionals who demonstrate academic excellence, strong leadership potential and a commitment to achieving change in Africa, but who face significant financial barriers to higher education. Apply now!
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2024
Are you a visionary GreenTech entrepreneur with a groundbreaking business solution or innovation to transform green and climate sector in Africa and committed to leveraging technology to contribute towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? Do you have an impact driven, financially sound and scalable solution with clear growth strategy to solve Africa's energy challenges? Apply now to join the United Nations Development Programme Timbuktoo GreenTech Hub in Kenya.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Prince Albert Il of Monaco Foundation Environmental Photography Award 2025. This annual award was created with the aim of rewarding photographers who put their creativity to good use in raising awareness about Earth protection.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Kleinhans Fellowship for Community Forestry Research 2025. The fellowship provides funds for research that is oriented toward solving real-world problems as defined by community forest enterprises (CFEs). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Al Journalism Labs 2025 at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY. Embark on a journey of innovation! These 3-month hybrid, tuition-free and highly participatory programs invite journalists to explore generative Al through theory and practice and add meaningfully to the conversation.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2024
Are you ready to shape the future of social enterprise? Apply for the Social Enterprise World Forum (SEWF) Policy Forum 2024 today!
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2024
With underwriting from the Ford Foundation, Rest of World is launching the second iteration of its Labor x Tech reporting initiative to deepen our understanding of how new technologies and tech companies are redefining the meaning of labor. This opportunity is open to journalists worldwide. Apply now!
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Internship Program 2024 Quarter 4. The purpose of the IsDB Internship Program is to offer undergraduate/ postgraduate students the opportunity to engage in a dynamic learning environment while gaining practical experience that complements their academic studies.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 SADC Secondary School Essay Competition. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 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.