Please Sponsor My Education
This is a database of young people in need of support with their education in Uganda. To sponsor any of them, please write to us on the following address: Executive Director | Teso Education Fund (TEF) | 1, Coldbath Square, London. EC1R 5HL. UK | Telephone +4420 4529 2693 | Email [email protected]. In your communication, please include the details of the applicant, especially the reference number. To apply to join this database, please click here for the application link. Applicants, if you would like to be removed from this database, please contact us at the address provided above. Thank you very much.
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ISAAC |
| Sex |
Male |
| Reference |
15082001 |
| District |
Kumi |
| Name of course |
Bachelor of Medical Imaging |
| Type of course |
Degree |
| Course duration |
3 years |
| Admission |
Yes |
| Course start date |
July 2025 |
| Tuition per year |
4 million |
| Personal statement |
From a humble background. Received lower secondary school education through a scholarship from his school. Struggled financially to attain A Level qualification. Wants to become a medical doctor. |
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CHRISTINE |
| Sex |
Female |
| Reference |
25121995 |
| District |
Katakwi |
| Name of course |
Diploma in Midwifery |
| Type of course |
Diploma |
| Course duration |
1.5 years |
| Admission |
No |
| Course start date |
July 2025 |
| Tuition per year |
3.5 million |
| Personal statement |
Currently qualified as enrolled midwife but unemployed and volunteering in a government hospital. Would like to upgrade to diploma in midwifery. |
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ISAAC |
| Sex |
Male |
| Reference |
30082004 |
| District |
Soroti |
| Name of course |
Bachelor of Science in Education |
| Type of course |
Degree |
| Course duration |
3 years |
| Admission |
No |
| Course start date |
July 2025 |
| Tuition per year |
2.9 million |
| Personal statement |
Scored 12 aggregates in PLE. 23 Aggregates in O Level. 16 points in A Level – achieving BBC in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Applied to Kyambogo University for admission. |
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MARTHA |
| Sex |
Female |
| Reference |
06112001 |
| District |
Amuria |
| Name of course |
Engineering |
| Type of course |
Degree |
| Course duration |
3 years |
| Admission |
No |
| Course start date |
July 2025 |
| Tuition per year |
3.9 million |
| Personal statement |
From a humble background but determined to get education to fulfil her dreams. |
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JOHN |
| Sex |
Male |
| Reference |
25091984 |
| District |
Katakwi |
| Name of course |
Bachelor of Medical Imaging |
| Type of course |
Degree |
| Course duration |
3 years |
| Admission |
Yes |
| Course start date |
July 2025 |
| Tuition per year |
4 million |
| Personal statement |
Would like to study Bachelor of Medical Imaging, a course who personnel are critically needed in Uganda but lacks the financial means because of financial pressure supporting education of siblings. |
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BENJAMIN |
| Sex |
Male |
| Reference |
15111996 |
| District |
Bukedea |
| Name of course |
Diploma in Medical Radiography |
| Type of course |
Diploma |
| Course duration |
3 years |
| Admission |
Yes |
| Course start date |
July 2025 |
| Tuition per year |
2.9 million |
| Personal statement |
Mother is a teacher but retiring. Father is also retiring and unable to pay for his education. Has younger siblings the parents are educating. |
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RICHARD |
| Sex |
Male |
| Reference |
01101991 |
| District |
Amuria |
| Name of course |
Computer Science / IT |
| Type of course |
Degree |
| Course duration |
3 years |
| Admission |
No |
| Course start date |
July 2025 |
| Tuition per year in Uganda shs |
1.9 million |
| Personal statement |
Currently unable to fully fund his education. Comes from a background where resources are limited but have consistently sought opportunities to learn and grow. |
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SAMUEL |
| Sex |
Male |
| Reference |
07012001 |
| District |
Ngora |
| Name of course |
Bachelor of Science with Education |
| Type of course |
Degree |
| Course duration |
3 years |
| Admission |
No |
| Course start date |
July 2025 |
| Tuition per year in Uganda shs |
2.9 million |
| Personal statement |
In Year 2 of his course but facing financial difficulty. Keen to give back to society. |
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PATRICK |
| Sex |
Male |
| Reference |
17062002 |
| District |
Bukedea |
| Name of course |
Bachelor of Science in Nursing |
| Type of course |
Degree |
| Course duration |
5 years |
| Admission |
Yes |
| Course start date |
July 2025 |
| Tuition per year in Uganda shs |
4 million |
| Personal statement |
Comes from a humble background. Family is unable to pay tuition. Keen to give back to society. |
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PAUL |
| Sex |
Male |
| Reference |
19121999 |
| District |
Kapelebyong |
| Name of course |
Bachelor of Science in Civil and Building Engineering |
| Type of course |
Degree |
| Course duration |
3.5 years |
| Admission |
No |
| Course start date |
July 2025 |
| Tuition per year in Uganda shs |
3.9 million |
| Personal statement |
Applied for admission to Kyambogo University to pursue a degree in Bachelor of Science in Civil and Building Engineering. This program is important to me because it will equip me with professional skills to contribute to development in Teso and to improve my family’s livelihood. “My family mainly depends on subsistence farming, and covering tuition fees, materials, and living costs is beyond their ability. I have always been hardworking and committed to achieving my dreams despite many challenges. Receiving this scholarship will relieve the financial burden and motivate me to focus fully on my studies. I am passionate about education and believe that with your support, I will be able to complete my studies and become a role model to other young people in my community. Thank you for considering my application. I am sincerely grateful for this opportunity”. |
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PIUS |
| Sex |
Male |
| Reference |
10101992 |
| District |
Kumi |
| Name of course |
Health course |
| Type of course |
Degree |
| Course duration |
5 years |
| Admission |
No |
| Course start date |
Jane 2026 |
| Tuition per year in Uganda shs |
4 million |
| Personal statement |
Completed Diploma in Diagnostic Ultrasound but wants to study a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Imaging. Believes through this course, he gain the knowledge and skills needed to contribute meaningfully to healthcare delivery, particularly in underserved communities like mine. Hopes to be an example to other young people facing similar challenges, showing them that it is possible to rise above hardship. “This scholarship would be more than financial support—it would be a chance to focus fully on my education without fear of being sent home, and to take a bold step toward my dream. If given the opportunity, I will give my very best and, in the future, support others the way you support students like me”. |
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GODFREY |
| Sex |
Male |
| Reference |
03091999 |
| District |
Ngora |
| Name of course |
Engineering |
| Type of course |
Degree |
| Course duration |
3 years |
| Admission |
No |
| Course start date |
July 2026 |
| Tuition per year in Uganda shs |
4 million |
| Personal statement |
Achieved 7 points in A Level – Physics E, Maths E, Economics O, ICT 4. Requests financial support to achieve his dream. |
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JAMES |
| Sex |
Male |
| Reference |
14041986 |
| District |
Kumi |
| Name of course |
Bachelor of Sports Science |
| Type of course |
Degree |
| Course duration |
3 years |
| Admission |
No |
| Course start date |
January 2026 |
| Tuition per year in Uganda shs |
3 million |
| Personal statement |
Completed education with the help of his mother. Completed a teaching certificate. Has completed diploma in education. Would like to study degree but unable to competing financial pressure of supporting the education of siblings. |
