Postgraduate Scholarship for Female Refugees @Windle International

Overview

The James Aryam Postgraduate Scholarship 2026 offers fully funded postgraduate study opportunities for eligible female refugees residing in Kenya or Uganda, in collaboration with Windle International Kenya and Windle International Uganda.

Eligibility

Female refugees residing in Kenya or Uganda are eligible to apply for this scholarship.

Benefits

Successful applicants will receive comprehensive financial support which includes:

• Full tuition fees for the entire postgraduate programme
• Monthly maintenance stipend to support living expenses
• Relocation costs where applicable
• Academic and professional support throughout the programme

Fields of Study

Scholarships are available for students pursuing taught Master’s degrees and Postgraduate Diplomas in education-related subjects.

Participating Universities

Applicants must apply to one or more of the following universities in Uganda:

• Makerere University
• Bugema University
• Uganda Martyrs University
• Uganda Christian University
• University of Kisubi

It is recommended to apply to at least two universities to increase chances of admission.

Application Process

To apply for the scholarship, candidates must complete the following steps:

1. Review the full eligibility criteria to ensure that all requirements are met.
2. Apply to at least one of the specified universities for August 2026 admissions.
3. Complete the Windle Trust International scholarship application form via the official online portal.
4. Upload proof of your university application submission when submitting the scholarship application.
5. Attend an interview if shortlisted.

Both university application and scholarship application must be completed to be considered.

Important Dates

• Applications open: 16 March 2026
• Application deadline: 16 April 2026
• Interview period: May 2026

Application Costs

Windle Trust International does not charge any fees for scholarship applications; however, university application fees may apply.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should review the full eligibility criteria and submit their application through the official online portal: Apply Here.

For questions, candidates may contact: postgraduate@windle.org.uk.

Deadline

Application deadline is 16 April 2026.