Call for Applications: Female STEM Student Teachers’ Scholarships 2026/2027

Kabale University invites eligible female students admitted to the Bachelor of Science with Education (BScEd) programme for the 2026/2027 Academic Year to apply for the Female STEM Student Teachers’ Scholarships under the Leaders in Teaching (LiT) Uganda Program.

The scholarship is supported by the Mastercard Foundation in partnership with Kabale University, the Ministry of Education and Sports and other partners. It aims to empower the next generation of female science teachers by providing access to quality teacher education and leadership development opportunities.

The scholarship covers:

  • Full tuition fees
  • Accommodation
  • A laptop computer

Eligibility

Applicants must:

  • Be a Ugandan female aged 18 to 35 years.
  • Have been admitted to the Bachelor of Science with Education (BScEd) programme at Kabale University for the 2026/2027 Academic Year.
  • Be pursuing subject combinations in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Agriculture, ICT, or Computer Studies.
  • Demonstrate financial need.
  • Show a strong commitment to pursuing a career in teaching.

Applications must be submitted online through the scholarship portal:
https://scholarships.lgfug.org

Application Deadline: 15th July 2026 at 5:00 PM

Prospective applicants are encouraged to apply early and ensure that all required information is submitted before the deadline.

For further guidance and inquiries, please contact:

Assoc. Prof. Francis Akena Adyanga
Dean, Faculty of Education
Email: fakena@kab.ac.ug | adyangal@gmail.com
Tel: +256 780 121 289 | +256 702 716 777

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