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Lists of Beneficiaries of HESFB-Students Loan Scheme 2014-15

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11 years ago

October 3, 2014

Mark Wamai

Students use the Computer Lab in the Old Building, Main Library, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda

The Higher Education Students' Financing Board (HESFB) is established by an Act of Parliament No. 2 of 2014 as a body corporate mandated to provide Loans and Scholarships to eligible citizens of Uganda to enable them to pursue higher education at recognized Higher Learning Institutions.

HESFB completed the exercise of awarding loans to the successful applicants and released the results on 8th September 2014. Since then HESFB has held several meetings with selected student loan beneficiaries between September 12th and 19th 2014. Successful loan applicants have been sensitized on various topics including; the Students' Loan Scheme background information; the Scheme Objectives; Loan Scheme Coverage; Eligibility Criteria; the different loan types; Loan pricing and fees; University Programmes selected for support in the 2014/15 academic year; the participating Universities; Loan Application Requirements; change of course and its implications; disqualification from the Scheme; Early repayment and Loan repayment mechanisms; Loan Grace period; the Credit Reference Bureau and the obligations of HESFB; the Student and the University in as far as operationalizing the Loan Scheme is concerned.

Please see Downloads for the list of Students whom the HESFB is committing to support with Tuition, Functional Fees, and Research Fees for the 2014/15 academic year.

Note: All loan beneficiaries shall be required to apply for funds from HESFB on a semester basis, subject to recommendation from the University based on normal academic progress.

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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7 days ago

February 10, 2026

Mak Editor

For Youth by Youth - Call for Second Cohort Applications. Application Deadline: 20 Feb, 2026.

For Youth, By Youth is a global, youth-led movement committed to fostering conscious leadership and global solidarity as pathways to meaningful and lasting impact. Developed by 36 university students across 18 countries, this movement builds a network of engaged young leaders shaping a more just and equitable world.

BENEFITS

What You’ll Receive:

$2,500 scholarship for community action research
Mentorship & wellness coaching
Training in Storytelling, Responsible AI & Youth-led Participatory Action Research
International conferences & global network
3-Year Journey: Individual → Community → Institutional Transformation

Application Deadline: 20 Feb, 2026

Apply now

See downloads for details

2026 For Youth, By Youth Application Flyer_Part1 Download

2026 For Youth, By Youth Application Flyer_Part2 Download

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Aptitude Exam (Paper 1) Results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme 2026/2027

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7 days ago

February 10, 2026

Mak Editor

The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released Aptitude Test Examination results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme Examinations held on Saturday 13^thDecember 2025.

The Candidates who scored 50% and above in the aptitude test passed the aptitude examination and will have their programme -specific examination paper marked. Those who scored less than 50% failed.

Access the links below for the lists categorised under Science-based and Humanities based programmes respectively:

Please Note:

Candidates who are not satisfied with the results may appeal within two weeks from the release of these results through the application system: https://see.mak.ac.ug

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Call for Applications: Admission to Postgraduate Programmes 2026/2027

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2 weeks ago

February 4, 2026

Mak Editor

SoL Graduands celebrate after being conferred upon their awards. 75th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CoCIS, CEES, CoVAB and School of Law. 13th January 2025, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications for admission to Graduate Programmes (Postgraduate Diplomas, Masters and Doctoral Degree Programmes) for the 2026/2027 Academic Year. Applicants should have obtained at least a first or second class degree (or its equivalent) from a Chartered University at the time of completion. Applicants should also possess a Uganda Certificate of Education (or its equivalent) and a Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (or its equivalent).

Sponsorship:

All Graduate Programmes are PRIVATELY-SPONSORED. Therefore, applicants seeking sponsorship should have their applications endorsed by their respective sponsors where applicable. Applicants should note that the various fees payable to the University indicated for the various programmes EXCLUDE functional fees, accommodation, books, research and other expenses.

Makerere-Advert-for-Graduate-Programmes-2026-2027 Download

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