Scholarships & Bursaries
NSHS is committed to making health education accessible. We offer financial support to qualifying students in need.
Making Health Education
Accessible to All
NSHS understands that financial constraints should not prevent a talented, motivated student from becoming a health professional. Through our bursary and scholarship programme — funded by donors, partner organisations and the Diocese — we provide partial and full fee waivers to qualifying students each intake.
All financial aid at NSHS is administered through the admissions office. There is no online portal; applicants must contact the school directly and submit supporting documents.
Need-Based Bursary
Partial or full fee waivers for students from low-income backgrounds who demonstrate genuine financial need.
Merit Award
Awarded to high-performing students in recognition of academic excellence and commitment to health service.
Diocese Support
Nebbi Diocese provides targeted support for students from the Diocese who are committed to serving the community.
Partner Sponsorships
Various NGOs and health partners sponsor selected students — particularly in nursing and clinical medicine programmes.
Eligibility Criteria
Demonstrated Financial Need
Applicant must provide evidence of inability to pay full tuition fees (e.g. letter from LC or parent/guardian).
Academic Performance
Minimum UCE pass requirements must be met. Merit awards require above-average performance.
Ugandan Citizen
Scholarships are currently available to Ugandan citizens only, with priority for West Nile region applicants.
Meet Programme Requirements
Applicant must have been accepted or be eligible for admission to a recognised NSHS programme.
Community Commitment
Preference is given to students who demonstrate commitment to serving communities in underserved areas.
Complete Documentation
All required documents must be submitted — incomplete applications will not be considered.
How to Apply
Scholarship applications are handled directly by the NSHS admissions office. Follow the steps below to apply.
Contact AdmissionsContact the Admissions Office
Visit the NSHS campus or call / WhatsApp +256 768 177 177 to express your interest in financial support.
Collect the Scholarship Application Form
Pick up and complete the scholarship application form from the admissions office.
Gather Supporting Documents
Prepare: academic certificates, LC letter of introduction, parent/guardian letter of financial need, valid ID.
Submit Your Application
Submit all documents to the admissions office before the deadline for the intake you are applying for.
Await Assessment
The scholarship committee will review all applications and notify successful applicants in writing.
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