{"id":8726,"date":"2025-06-25T13:13:35","date_gmt":"2025-06-25T10:13:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ndejjeuniversity.ac.ug\/?p=8726"},"modified":"2025-06-25T13:33:20","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T10:33:20","slug":"%f0%9f%93%a2-call-for-applicants-higher-education-students-financing-board-hesfb-loan-scheme-2025-2026-now-open","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ndejjeuniversity.ac.ug\/?p=8726","title":{"rendered":"\ud83d\udce2 Call for Applicants: Higher Education Students\u2019 Financing Board (HESFB) Loan Scheme 2025\/2026 Now Open"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"8726\" class=\"elementor elementor-8726\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-616d39ba e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"616d39ba\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4219419c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4219419c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Ndejje University is pleased to inform prospective students and the general public that the <strong>Higher Education Students\u2019 Financing Board (HESFB)<\/strong> has officially announced the <strong>call for applications<\/strong> for the <strong>Students\u2019 Loan Scheme<\/strong> for the <strong>Academic Year 2025\/2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>This loan scheme is an excellent opportunity for <strong>eligible Ugandan students<\/strong> who have been <strong>admitted to pursue undergraduate diploma or degree programs<\/strong> at recognized higher education institutions, including <strong>Ndejje University<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji lazyload\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.1.0\/svg\/1f393.svg\" alt=\"\ud83c\udf93\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/> What is the HESFB Loan Scheme?<\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>The HESFB Loan Scheme is a government initiative aimed at increasing access to higher education by offering <strong>financial assistance to Ugandan students<\/strong> who may not be able to afford tuition and functional fees. The loan is primarily targeted at learners enrolling in <strong>Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), and Health-related programs<\/strong>, but also includes selected humanities programs depending on national priorities.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji lazyload\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.1.0\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/> Who is Eligible?<\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>To qualify for the loan, an applicant must:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be a <strong>Ugandan citizen<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have <strong>admission to a recognized institution<\/strong> (including Ndejje University) for an eligible program.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be <strong>financially needy<\/strong> as assessed by the board.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Not be a beneficiary of any other scholarship or sponsorship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be joining the <strong>first year<\/strong> of study for an undergraduate diploma or degree program.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji lazyload\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.1.0\/svg\/1f4dd.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcdd\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/> How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Application forms can be accessed and submitted <strong>online<\/strong> via the HESFB application portal:<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji lazyload\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.1.0\/svg\/1f449.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc49\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/> <a>https:\/\/www.hesfb.go.ug<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Deadline for submission:<\/strong> The deadline for application submission will be communicated by HESFB. Applicants are advised to apply <strong>early<\/strong> to avoid last-minute delays.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div id=\"https:\/\/ndejjeuniversity.ac.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Min-of-Educ-and-Sports-2025-Call-of-Loan-Applications.pdf\" class=\"wp-block-button\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:button --><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:buttons --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Ndejje University encourages all qualified and interested students who have received admission letters to apply for this loan scheme. For assistance with the application process or guidance on eligible programs, students are welcome to contact the <strong>Office of the Academic Registrar<\/strong> or visit the University\u2019s <strong>Admissions Office<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji lazyload\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.1.0\/svg\/1f4bc.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcbc\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/> Support at Ndejje University<\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>At Ndejje University, we remain committed to ensuring that no student is left behind due to financial challenges. Our Admissions and Student Support teams are ready to guide you through every step of the loan application process.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>For inquiries or support:<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji lazyload\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.1.0\/svg\/1f4e7.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udce7\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/> Email: <a>admissions@ndejjeuniversity.ac.ug<\/a><br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji lazyload\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.1.0\/svg\/1f4de.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcde\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/> Tel: +256-XXX-XXXXXX<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji lazyload\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.1.0\/svg\/1f310.svg\" alt=\"\ud83c\udf10\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/> Website: <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ndejjeuniversity.ac.ug\">www.ndejjeuniversity.ac.ug<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:separator --><\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n<p><!-- \/wp:separator --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Take the step toward your academic future. Apply for the HESFB Loan Scheme today and join Ndejje University \u2014 a place where your future begins!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji lazyload\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.1.0\/svg\/1f4c4.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcc4\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/> <strong>Attached is a PDF brochure<\/strong> with full details about eligibility, required documents, and a step-by-step guide on how to apply. 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