Embassy of France in Uganda Scholarship 2026

The Embassy of France in Uganda is opening its call for application for Master’s degree scholarships. It is designed for young Ugandan students who already possess a Bachelor degree in one of the fields stated below and who want to pursue their studies with a Master’s degree in France, either in French or English language.

The Master’s degree scholarship covers round-trip international airfare between Uganda and France, tuition fees, visa fee waivers, and the CVEC fee. Recipients receive a monthly stipend to cover living expenses, as well as health insurance (70% covered by the French government and 30% by Campus France). The scholarship also provides priority access to subsidized student housing, assistance with administrative procedures throughout the stay, and opportunities to participate in cultural activities and networking events.

• Table of Content
• About France Government
• Embassy of France in Uganda Master’s Scholarships
• Aim and Benefits of Embassy of France in Uganda Master’s Scholarships
• Requirements for Embassy of France in Uganda Master’s Scholarships Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Embassy of France in Uganda Master’s Scholarships
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About France Government

Embassy of France in Uganda Master’s Scholarships

Aim and Benefits of Embassy of France in Uganda Master’s Scholarships

The scholarship includes: 

• International return air ticket Uganda-France
• Full tuition fees
• Exemption from visa and CVEC fees
• A monthly allowance to cover living expenses and health insurance 
• Priority access to shared student accommodation 
• Assistance with administrative procedures
• Opportunity to participate in cultural activities and networking events

Requirements for Embassy of France in Uganda Master’s Scholarships Qualification

• To be a Ugandan citizen;
• To possess a Bachelor in the concerned areas before the call closes;
• To be admitted for a Master’s Degree at French University

The concerned study areas are:

• Sciences
• Agriculture
• Sustainable development (Environment – Renewable energy)
• Tourism/leisure
• Gender studies
• Economics
• Engineering
• Business Administration
• Sport

Interview date, Process and Venue for Embassy of France in Uganda Master’s Scholarships

• The applications will be reviewed by the Embassy.
• The preselected candidates will then be contacted for a further interview at the Embassy of France. 
• All candidates will get information about the progress of the selection campaign by July 11, 2026. 

Documents Required for Application

• Cover letter;
• Copy of an identity document;
• Copy of the Bachelor degree.
• Proof of application or admission from a recognized French public university (admission letter for application confirmation).

The candidate must find the university and begin the process of admission before applying to this scholarship.

A proof of admission will be asked to complete the selection process.

Check also:
Commonwealth Master's Scholarship to Study in UK 2027/2028
Wageningen University Masters Scholarship to Study in Netherlands 2027/2028

Application Deadline

How to Apply

The complete applications must be submitted, as ONE PDF File before June the 11th 2026 at midnight.

To: SCAC, Service de Cooperation et d’Action Culturelle, Embassy of France, - [email protected] .

You will receive an email confirming that your application has been received. 

For more information, kindly visit France Embassy webpage.