Are you a Ugandan student aspiring to pursue higher education abroad or seeking funding for your studies? The Ugandan Ministry of Education and Sports offers a variety of scholarship opportunities for eligible students. These scholarships, including prestigious options like the Stipendium Hungaricum and Commonwealth Scholarships, provide financial support for tuition, living expenses, health insurance, and more. Whether you’re interested in undergraduate, master’s, or Ph.D. programs, these scholarships help pave the way for Ugandan students to achieve their educational goals internationally. Read on to discover available scholarships, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and more. Application Link Provided below.
List of Available Scholarships 2024-2026
UK Commonwealth Scholarships
Description: The UK Commonwealth Scholarship program provides full financial support for Ugandan students pursuing postgraduate studies in the United Kingdom. The scholarship focuses on applicants with strong academic and leadership skills.
Egyptian Government Scholarship
Description: The Egyptian government offers scholarships to Ugandan students for undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, particularly in science and technology.
Japanese Government MEXT Scholarship
Description: The MEXT (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology) Scholarship offers Ugandan students the chance to study in Japan at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, covering tuition, accommodation, and living expenses.
Chinese Government Scholarship
Description: This scholarship is offered by the Chinese government for Ugandan students wishing to pursue studies in various Chinese universities. It provides tuition, accommodation, and monthly stipends for undergraduate and graduate programs.
Australian Government Masters Scholarship
Description: The Australian Government Masters Scholarship offers Ugandan students the opportunity to pursue a master’s degree in Australia. It aims to develop future leaders in various fields by providing tuition, travel allowances, and living stipends.
Algerian Government Scholarship
Description: This scholarship offers opportunities for Ugandan students to study in Algeria, covering various disciplines at the undergraduate level. It includes tuition and sometimes accommodation allowances.
Mauritius Government Scholarship
Description: The Mauritius Government offers scholarships to Ugandan students to pursue undergraduate studies in Mauritius. The scholarship covers tuition fees and provides a monthly allowance.
Pakistan Government Scholarship
Description: This scholarship program is open to Ugandan students who wish to study in Pakistan for undergraduate programs, with a focus on science and technology fields.
Malaysia MTCP Scholarship
Description: The Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) Scholarship offers postgraduate opportunities for Ugandan students to pursue their studies in Malaysia, with a focus on fields such as engineering and technology.
Eligibility and Criteria
Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship: Applicants must be Ugandan nationals and should have completed their high school or equivalent education to qualify for undergraduate scholarships. For postgraduate opportunities, a relevant undergraduate degree is required. Candidates must meet both academic performance criteria and the language requirements set by the host institutions.
Commonwealth Scholarships: These are available for both master’s and Ph.D. levels in fields such as Health Sciences, Engineering, Law, and Education. Applicants must be Ugandan nationals, hold relevant academic qualifications, and demonstrate strong academic and professional achievements.
Application Process and Deadlines
Application: Interested applicants for the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship must submit a completed application form along with required documents (such as academic certificates, passport copy, and National ID) to the Ministry of Education and Sports. These documents should be sent as a single PDF file to the email provided by the ministry.
Deadlines: For the 2024/2025 academic year, specific deadlines for each scholarship may vary. For instance, the Commonwealth Scholarships generally close in early September each year, while the Stipendium Hungaricum deadline is often set in November
Living Allowance: Monthly stipends to help with living costs, which may vary depending on the scholarship type.
Health Insurance: Medical insurance coverage is often provided by the host country for international students.
Other Support: Some scholarships include additional benefits like travel allowances and support for study-related expenses
For more detailed information and application forms, you can visit the official Ministry of Education website at education.go.ug