Scholarship
National Scholarships at Higher Education Student Financing Board
A government-funded initiative providing financial support to Ugandan students pursuing selected undergraduate and diploma programs. The program is implemented in partnership with institutions like St. Augustine International University.
About this scholarship
National Scholarships at Higher Education Student Financing Board is offered by Higher Education Students’ Financing Board (HESFB) at bachelor and diploma level. The award is valued at Varies by program and institution, provided as partial tuition support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as partial tuition funding. Applicants selected receive Varies by program and institution. Selection is need-based, so financial circumstances are central to the assessment.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at bachelor and diploma level. Nationality requirements apply: Uganda.
Eligibility
Must be a Ugandan citizen and have applied for selected undergraduate or diploma studies at participating institutions.
How to apply
No fixed closing date is published, so check the provider for the current cycle. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
bachelor and diploma
Nationality requirements
Uganda
Funding basis
Need-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Higher Education Students’ Financing Board (HESFB)
- Award
- Varies by program and institution
- Funding type
- partial tuition
- Selection basis
- Need-based
- Study levels
- bachelor and diploma
- Nationality
- Uganda
- Deadline
- Deadline unknown
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20