The Embassy of France is inviting applications from qualified Ugandan students for its 2026 scholarship program to study at public universities in France.
The France Scholarships for Ugandan Students offer a fully funded opportunity for eligible candidates to pursue Master’s degree studies in France. The scholarship covers tuition fees, travel expenses, living costs, health insurance, and several other benefits aimed at supporting students throughout their academic journey.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: France
- Host Universities: Public French Universities
- Category: Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Country: Uganda
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Monthly Stipend | Airfare | Health Insurance | Accommodation Support
- Deadline: June 11, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Embassy of France is offering fully funded scholarships to Ugandan students seeking to pursue Master’s degree programs at public universities across France. The initiative is designed to strengthen educational and cultural ties between France and Uganda while creating opportunities for future collaboration between both countries.
The scholarship provides successful candidates with access to quality education in France and supports them financially throughout their studies. Scholars will benefit from full tuition coverage, travel support, living allowances, health insurance, and exemption from mandatory student registration fees. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to learn the French language, easing communication and helping them integrate into French society.
The scholarship is available across a wide range of academic disciplines, including Agriculture, Sustainable Development, Tourism, Gender Studies, Economics, Engineering, Business Administration, and French Language Studies. Students will also have access to networking opportunities, cultural activities, and international academic experiences that will contribute to both their personal and professional development.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of Uganda
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution
- Possess a degree relevant to the Master’s program they intend to study
- Be willing to undertake French language courses during their studies in France
- Meet the admission requirements of the selected French public university
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Round-trip airfare
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Visa fee waiver
- CVEC fee exemption
- Monthly stipend for living expenses
- Health insurance coverage
- Subsidized student accommodation
- Opportunity to study at a French public university
- Administrative support throughout their stay in France
- Access to networking and cultural activities
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare the following documents:
- Cover letter
- Passport
- Photocopy of a valid identity document
- Bachelor’s degree certificate
- Proof of application, admission, or registration at a French public university
- Admission letter or application confirmation document
How to Apply
To apply for the France Scholarships for Ugandan Students:
- Identify a suitable Master’s degree program at a recognized French public university
- Begin the admission process and obtain proof of application, admission, or registration
- Gather all required application documents
- Combine all required documents into a single PDF file
- Submit the completed application by email before the deadline
- Await confirmation of receipt from the scholarship organizers
- Participate in an interview if shortlisted by the French Embassy
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview as part of the selection process.
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