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Are you looking for a secondary school scholarship for a bright or needy student in Uganda? This list of top 9 Uganda secondary school scholarships is just what you need!
- Unified for Uganda (U4U) offers secondary school scholarships for students who have gone through its primary school sponsorship program. These students must have scored in the top two divisions on the primary school proficiency examination.
- Recipients sign a ‘student contract’ in which they commit to maintaining certain grades for the duration of secondary school studies.
- U4U provides emotional and financial support to destitute children from Northern Uganda. Emotional support is also provided through mentors who guide, give advice, tutor when necessary, and act as positive role models to the students.
- The Brian Mutebi Dream Scholarship Fund is one of the top 9 Uganda secondary school scholarships. This fund is run by the Education and Development Opportunity – Uganda (EDOU).
- This scholarship fund targets boys and girls who are orphans or survivors of violence, as well as girls who are at risk of early marriage. It was started by Brian Mutebi, the founder of EDOU.
- This scholarship provides access to education, school fees, school supplies, etc.
- The US – Uganda Orphans Education Fund aims to provide disadvantaged and orphaned Ugandan children with the opportunity to pursue their secondary school education, thus giving them hope for the future.
- Since its inception, UUOEF has enabled over 200 orphaned and disadvantaged children to complete their secondary school education by offering much-needed financial assistance.
- Children UP works with schools in Gulu, Nwoya, Omoro, and Amuru in Northern Uganda, offering scholarships to qualified students for further education.
- These scholarships include:
- Funding – tuition fees, room and board, supplies, and transportation to school.
- Mentoring – fostering communication between the school and parents/guardians, listening to the student’s needs and concerns, and helping with payments.
- To qualify for this scholarship, a student must demonstrate financial need, have strong primary 7 leaving exam grades, have a strong work ethic, and have support from family.

- Ciyota Scholarships enable students to successfully realize their vision through education by giving them full and half scholarships towards their studies.
- This scholarship program provides academically excellent students from humble backgrounds or conflicted areas with financial or material support for their secondary school education. These students should be committed to giving back to the community after they finish school.
- The Ciyota Scholarship Program covers education fees, scholastic materials, accommodation, guidance, and mentorship.
- Kikulu Foundation Scholarships provide education to orphaned and disadvantaged children by removing the barriers that stand between them and secondary school education. It supports children who would have had no other means to continue with their education.
- This scholarship program provides its recipients with school fees, uniforms, books, and other materials necessary for their education.
- The Beacon Scholarship Program is another of the top 9 Uganda secondary school scholarships. It is a leadership development program that targets young people in secondary schools who have leadership potential but are not able to pursue their studies due to financial need.
- This scholarship provides these students with access to high-quality education and leadership training at good schools that they would otherwise not have been able to access.
- In Uganda, the Beacon Scholarship Program partners with the International School of Uganda and Kampala International School.
- The parents, partner school, and Beacon Equity Trust each contribute a third of the school fees.
- The International School of Uganda hosts the Christian McConnell Scholarship for Ugandan Citizens. This scholarship program covers 100% of the school fees required to undertake an IB program at the school.
- To qualify for this scholarship, students should have a strong academic background, be from a socio-economically disadvantaged background, be able to thrive in an international setting, and should be working towards becoming a future leader in Uganda.
- The REACH Secondary School Scholarship Program, run by REACH for Uganda, is funded by the Akisoferi Wamundu Fund for the Future. This program enables scholarship winners from the REACH outreach schools and Aspen Junior School (AJS) graduates to attend secondary school.
- Each recipient has a donor who pays their school fees and communicates with them via sponsor letters sent 3 times a year.
- Scholarship winners also receive mentorship and oversight during the period that they are in secondary school.
These top 9 Uganda secondary school scholarships are your best bet if you are looking for a secondary school scholarship.

EMURIAT CONRAD says
Iam Emuriat Conrad in primary five but i cant continue with my studies becuse my mother has no money. she is a single mother of four with on money but i would like to continue with my education and i become a doctor .Kindly support her contact is 0775648656/0750536157
Nabacwasuzan says
Am a student of senior six in kassanda district who would wish to get one scholarship to finish my studies and my dreams of becaming an accountant.
Esther Nambogo says
I my name is wasike iam mean to join S.5 this year but still at home.i live single life with mum.am kindly requesting for a scholarship. This is my mom’s phone. I will be so grateful wen my request is considered.
Christo Samuel Jeremiah says
Dear Sir/Madam
I hope this message finds you well. My name is Christo Samuel Jeremiah, and I am writing to respectfully request your support through sponsorship.
I have currently finished my senior four and I am highly motivated to achieve excellence. However, financial limitations have made it challenging for me to fully meet the required costs.
Your sponsorship would greatly support my goals and help me continue with dedication and focus. I assure you that any support offered will be used responsibly and for its intended purpose. I am committed to working hard and making the most of this opportunity.
I would be very grateful for your consideration and would be happy to provide any additional information if required.
Thank you for your time and support.
Yours sincerely,
Christo Samuel Jeremiah
0791968206
0767334937
my result is here:
2025 UCE NLSC
U3077/065-CHRISTO SAMUEL JEREMIAH
ENG – A
CRE – A
HIS – B
GEO – B
MAT – A
PHY – B
CHE – B
BIO – B
ICT – B
PROJECT WORK : A
RESULT : 1
Christo Samuel Jeremiah says
Dear Sir/Madam
I hope this message finds you well. My name is Christo Samuel Jeremiah, and I am writing to respectfully request your support through sponsorship.
I have currently finished my senior four and I am highly motivated to achieve excellence. However, financial limitations have made it challenging for me to fully meet the required costs.
Your sponsorship would greatly support my goals and help me continue with dedication and focus. I assure you that any support offered will be used responsibly and for its intended purpose. I am committed to working hard and making the most of this opportunity.
I would be very grateful for your consideration and would be happy to provide any additional information if required.
Thank you for your time and support.
Yours sincerely,
Christo Samuel Jeremiah
0791968206
or
0767334937
NAYIGA MARTHA says
Nayiga Martha says
January 17th, 2026
Greetings Sir /Madam
I am Nayiga Martha and I am done with my UCE exams . I would like go for the Advanced level but my parents do not have money which is limiting me yet l would like to as well contribute to the children’s health in Uganda through offering sciences and become a Paediatrician. My contact is 0778591078
I scored the following in my UCE
ENG-B
MATH-B
BIO-B
HIST-B
CRE-C
ART-C
CHEM-C
GEO-C
PHY-C
My Centre number was U3415/195
Christo Samuel Jeremiah says
Dear Sir/Madam
I hope this message finds you well. My name is Christo Samuel Jeremiah, and I am writing to respectfully request your support through sponsorship.
I have currently finished my senior four and I am highly motivated to achieve excellence. However, financial limitations have made it challenging for me to fully meet the required costs.
Your sponsorship would greatly support my goals and help me continue with dedication and focus. I assure you that any support offered will be used responsibly and for its intended purpose. I am committed to working hard and making the most of this opportunity.
I would be very grateful for your consideration and would be happy to provide any additional information if required.
Thank you for your time and support.
Yours sincerely,
Christo Samuel Jeremiah
okurut David Charles, father says
I am AKWII DORCAS, 13 years old and I sat my primary living examination 2025 and I got 10 aggregates
PLE 2025
Index number 002055/003-AKWII DORCAS
ENG: 3
MTC: 1
SST: 4
SCI: 2
AGG: 10
DIV: 1
Walusimbi Ashiraf Kigozi says
Hey am Walusimbi Aahiraf Kigozi ,am looking forward to joining s.1 but my parents are heavily loaded, so am just requesting for your support. If possible you may contact mum on 0775153153/0701505523 I prefer god mark high school,ubbuntu hill school ,talents sec sch .also Am from mukono,Lwanyonyi ,THANK YOU SO MUCH
Fungo Acram says
My name is Fungo Acram,am requesting for a bursary,am have gone in senior three.I pay school fees by my self.but this time I don’t have money for my fees.
Am 16 years old.
Please help me.
Thank you
Genevieve says
I am in S. 3 requesting for a scholarship, my parents both died and I am the eldest child and scared I might not reach A level. Please help 0753 263531
Lubangatwero genesis says
my name lubangatwéro genesis senior four leaver from kitgum district .i therefore need your assistant because iam singled parent . Your help will strongly contribute to my ambition because i want be brilliant citizen of uganda .i will wait for your response my contact is 0791061853
AKANKWASA DENIS says
23rdNovember,2025
Hello ,Madam
I’m AKANKWASA DENIS from NTUNGAMO district, a young male aged 19 and a I have just completed my O’level but still uncertain of what to do next
My father was murdered earlier last year, and since then ,I have experienced a cocktail of problems that has thrown my mother and I into uncertainty exposing us emotional suffering where school fees has been a hard but to crack up to now.
With my dream of becoming a diplomat, I really appreciate any support given to me as I continue with my studies.
Contact:+256 777 64 21 69 (Whatsapp)
Namakula Joan says
Hello!
I hope this finds you well. My name is Joan Namakula a first born of 4 sibblings.
I come from a very humble background and am the breadwinner for my family!
We grew up with our mother alone and life was not easy.
I kindly request for support so am able to help me sibblings go through school. They are very brilliant students but it is sooo tough now.
One of the is a 15 year old who is seating her senior four exams in 4 days to come.
I am looking for financial support! She wants to become a cardiologist. But it is soo tough this side. Right now am trying to raise her tuition for this term with in the remaining 4 days.
I will be. Glad if my request is put in your positive consideration. Joan Namakula 0701346859
Ssengooba Eric Ronald says
Contact,0772686369/0701721902
Ssengooba Eric Ronald says
I am Ssengooba Eric Ronald born in 2007 ,16th July. We are six children and our single mother . we are requesting for your aid so that we also be fruitful leaders of tomorrow,we live in Wakiso district ,Kyengera town council
Kiguli Wilberforce says
Kiguli Wilberforce
September 11,2025 at 8:50
Hi my name is wilberforce.am in senior two but my dad wants me to stop learning due to his health status that he can’t push me farther but me I really want to go farther on my studies
256753508625
Kiguli Wilberforce says
Kiguli Wilberforce
September 11,2025 at 8:45
Hi my name is wilberforce.am in senior two but my dad wants me to stop learning due to his health status that he can’t push me farther but me I really want to go farther on my studies
256753508625
Hanisha Nandugwa says
Hi my name is Hanisha am in senior four but my dad wants me to stop learning due to financial situation so am requesting for financial aid to complete my studies. I have a good academic background,I got 6 aggregate in PLE and am hoping for better this year please consider my request.My number is 0742940453.
Tobias says
I hope this message finds you well. My name is Tobias, and I am reaching out to express my interest in the scholarship program offered by your organization.
As a S3 student, I am eager to continue my education and make a positive impact in my community. However, due to financial constraints, my parents are unable to afford my school fees.
This scholarship would be a lifeline for me, enabling me to pursue my academic goals and realize my potential. I am confident that, with your support, I can make a meaningful difference in the world.
Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss my qualifications further.
Sincerely,
Tobias
+256755595963
Mbogga Evans says
I need a scholarship ????
NANZIRI VIOLA says
Greetings to you. My name is Nanziri Viola. I completed my secondary education last year. I got a B in all science subjects, and in Geography, a C in Literature and History. I have been studying my A level at Sseke secondary school. I opted for the BCM/ICT combination. But for now I am stopping my education because of the school fees issue. I am really going crazy because eduction is my best friend. I am really scared of life without studying and being with a better course. I request for your support so that I complete my secondary education. I strongly believe that I will receive a positive response. CONTACT 0706524463.
Madit marial well says
My name is Madit marial well
I’m in Uganda a south sudan refugee
I have completed with my primary education and studying for 2 and now my parents can’t pay my school fee and i really want to study
Lillian nakato says
Dear scholarship,
Iam writing to humbly request ascholarship for my child, Hayley Tianah Hossana ,who is in primary one at grapevine nursery and primary.Due to financial constraints,it has become challenging for me to meet the school fees requirements.
Hayley Tianah Hossana is abright and eager pupil.And i believe that this scholarshipwould greatly support her educational journey .we would be grateful if you could consider our request.
I appreciate your time and consideration.
Sincerely
lillian nakato
NABBAGALA TEDDY says
Hi
Thank you for all the good work you are doing
Am a poor single abandoned mother in need for some school fees aid
My child is in a candidate class but it hurts to see your reaching in senior four and she only study’s for only one term
Am crying out for help
Please help me
Steven Basa says
I need scholarship for senior two, because my parents doesn’t have money
Steven Basa says
I need scholarship for my secondary school
Muhoozi Kenneth says
Dear Sir/Madam I great you in the almighty God. My name is Muhoozi Kenneth a senior four lever. I humbly request for a scholarship.l want to join A level but my parents they don’t have enough money to pay for me school fees
DRADEBO ALBERT says
Dear sir\madam my name is Dradebo albert a male ugandan i finished my s4 in 2024 due to school fees i didn’t see my result u2115/022 is the school code where i finshed plz could you help me 0773190288 is my conduct
Kato Isaac Lubwama says
Kato Isaac Lubwama my digits are 0706362462 and 0786794393
Kato Isaac Lubwama says
Hi am Kato Isaac Lubwama en I got B in math and chemistry and a C in biology I wish to do BCM/ICT but my parents don’t have enough money to push me I want to join Janan SS Bombo
Nabatanzi Nisha Milliam says
Dear sir/madam,
I greet you in the mighty name of the savour Jesus Christ and our Creator God.
My name is Nabatanzi Nisha Milliam joining S5 this year but my parents are not willing to take me back to school. I wish to offer PMT/ ICT at Code High School Seeta-Bajjo. Below are my results plus contact;0703265399/0753140670.
2024 UCE NLSC
U2424/009-NABATANZI NISHA MILLIAM
ENG – C
HIS – B
GEO – B
LUG – C
MAT – C
PHY – C
CHE – D
BIO – C
TD – C
PROJECT WORK : B
RESULT : 1
Looking forward to your positive reply dear sir /madam.
kabiitojeremiah says
Hi my name is Kabiito Jeremiah , I am good In academics and I can sing but just need a push in financing I believe I can even do the most if given a hand because I have been taking the first possible in my class for the past years till now …am joining s4 this year … please if anyone can help mi out u can Whatsapp on 0783694574 or call on 0771714712 I really need your help because my parents aren’t stable enough to support mi plz help mi out
Daphine Kobusinge says
Good evening sir/madam,
My daughter has completed her primary education and scored 10 aggregates but I don’t have much to send her to a secondary school. Please am requesting for your help so that she can continue with her education because she is a bright girl.ay the heavens bless you. Contact +256773758534