Uganda at VU

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Everything a Uganda applicant needs, how your qualifications map to Victoria University, which scholarships you qualify for, and how to apply from home.

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Entry requirements

How your qualifications map

UACE with at least 2 principal passes, or a recognised diploma for mature entry (25+).

English of instruction English is the medium of instruction, no additional test required for Ugandan applicants.

Documents to prepare

Certified copies of secondary school certificates & transcripts
National ID or passport bio-page
Two passport-sized photographs (white background)
Signed VU application form (download in step 1)
UNEB O-Level and A-Level result slips

Scholarships & bursaries

Funding open to Uganda applicants

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VU Vice Chancellor's Merit Award

Up to 50% tuition

For applicants with UACE 18 points and above.

Women in STEM Bursary

30% tuition

Female applicants to BSc IT, Petroleum, or Public Health.

Apply from Uganda

Six steps from application to arrival

01
Complete the online application at vu.ac.ug/apply and upload your documents.
02
Pay the UGX 50,000 non-refundable application fee (or USD 15 equivalent).
03
Receive your admission letter by email within 5 working days.
04
Pay the first block tuition (UGX 200,000) to secure your seat.
05
Apply for the Uganda Student Pass and share the receipt with international@vu.ac.ug.
06
Book Entebbe airport pick-up 72 hours before travel.