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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.
Are you enrolled or about to enroll in a college, university, or trade school? Are you looking for a little extra help in funding your education to cover expenses that other scholarships and financial aid don't cover? If your answer is "yes," the ServiceScape scholarship is what you need to cover that extra educational expenses. Apply now!
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
Apply for an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Scholarship. Students from all over the world are welcome. You will study at several universities in Europe and beyond. Full scholarships are available for the best students.
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
WinFund is excited to announce the launch of its new cycle, inviting female health innovators across Africa to apply. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Dec, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 GCSP Prize for Transformative Futures in Peace and Security. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship Program 2025. The World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship Program is a pioneering initiative designed to bridge the gap between the vast, yet underutilized, data resources held by governments and the potential for enhanced public administration efficiency through data-informed decision-making. Apply now!
Date Posted: 05 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge 2025. The Challenge facilitates connections with leading industry professionals in order to identify, empower, and inspire those who will make up the future of sustainable finance. Apply now!
Date Posted: 05 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Pathways Communication Grants Program 2025. The Pathways Communication Grants support innovative ways of communicating scientific outcomes of place-based research projects on pathways for sustainability to educate and engage with non-academic audiences. Apply now!
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Ashton Award for Student Research 2025. This award is available to advanced undergraduates and graduate students from around the world. Apply now.
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2024
The Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Change at the University of Memphis (Memphis, TN) is accepting nominations for the 2024 Hooks National Book Award. This award is given each calendar year to a book that best furthers our understanding of the civil rights movement. Apply now!
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the L'Oréal USA For Women in Science Award 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Smartphone Photography Competition 2024. The fifth SPC Smartphone Photography Competition invites you to share your opinions and your perspective of the world with the lens on your mobile phone. They do believe that the ultimate beauty of the world can be captured by you in every way. Apply now!
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Claude Ake Visiting Chair Programme 2025. The Claude Ake Visiting Chair was set up in 2003 at the Department of Peace and Conflict Research, Uppsala University (DPCR), in collaboration with the Nordic Africa Institute (NAI) and with funding from the Swedish Government and Uppsala University. Apply for this opportunity here.
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Council for Innovation Promotion (C4IP) Grants for Intellectual Property Research, Scholarship & Writings 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Internet Society Pulse Research Fellowship 2025. The Internet Society Pulse Research Fellowship is a six-month program that supports researchers in conducting data-driven analysis or developing tools that contribute to an open, globally connected, secure, and trustworthy Internet. The fellowship has been running for three years, and they are introducing a mentoring scheme in 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2024
Nominations are open for the Royal Society Rising Star Africa Prize 2025. The prize was established in memory of Paul O'Brien FRS and his work encouraging excellence in science and education in Africa. Apply now!
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2024
Applications are ongoing for the EPSRC and Swansea University PhD Scholarship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2024
Are you working academically or practically in climate protection or climate-relevant resource conservation in your country of origin – a non-European developing or transition country? Then we invite you to apply for an International Climate Protection Fellowship from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2024
Applications are ongoing for the King Fahd University Scholarships 2025 in Saudi Arabia. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2024
You are invited to apply for the Wells Mountain Initiative (WMI) Scholars Program 2025 open to students from developing countries. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2024
Queen Mary University of London is delighted to offer Global Talent Scholarships worth £3,000 for highly qualified undergraduate offer holders joining them in September 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and aoply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 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.