I. Introduction

The Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA) is an institution of the East African Community (EAC) responsible for the coordination of higher educational development and research in the EAC region. The mission of IUCEA is to encourage and develop mutually beneficial collaborations between and among the member universities, governments, and other organisations, both public and private.

Kyungdong University (KDU) Global, a fully accredited private university in South Korea, partners with IUCEA to offer scholarships to students from EAC member countries (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the Federal Republic of Somalia). For more information about KDU Global, please visit: www.kduglobal.ac.kr

We are excited to announce that the application period for KDU Global Partial Graduate Scholarship for Spring 2026 is now open for students from the East Africa Community (EAC) member countries

II. Scholarship Description

Target Level: Graduate degree (Master’s degree)

Majors offered:

• Master of Engineering in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
• Master of Arts in International Business Administration
• Master of Arts in International Hospitality and Tourism Management
• Medium of instruction: 100% English medium of instruction

Duration:

1. Research Track: 4 semesters (2 years)
2. Coursework Track: 5 semesters (2.5 years)
3. Expected commencement: March 2026

III. Scholarship Benefits:

Kyungdong University Global Scholarship covers:

• Full tuition fee of $5,000 for the first semester (by KDU Global) subject to compliance with KDU Global internal rules and regulations.
• The students cover the dormitory expenses of $1100/semester.
• Students/parents provide for other initial and personal expenses (e.g., airfare, application fee, health insurance).
• 2nd Semester Scholarship and Onwards: The tuition to be paid after the “KDU Global Partial Graduate Scholarship” depends on students’ academic performance in their first semester at KDU Global:
• 50% scholarship for 80-89 average mark: remaining balance: $2500
• Students with an average mark of 90 or more will receive a 70% scholarship. remaining balance $1500,

KDU Global provides part-time student job assistance during the study program.

IV. Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the following general eligibility requirements:

• Citizens and residents of East African Community Partner States (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the Federal Republic of Somalia).
• Undergraduate Degree Diploma and Transcripts.
• An English Proficiency Certificate with a minimum of IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL IBT 71 or higher is a mandatory document for both admission and visa procedures.
• Bank Statement & Balance Certificate Selected applicants are required to present a 6-month bank statement and a bank balance certificate from a sponsor showing over $16,000 prior to their final admission to KDU Global. TThe sponsor must be either the applicant’s parents or the applicant themselves. IIn cases where the parents are deceased, biological siblings may serve as sponsors.

V. Selection Process All

Applicants will undergo a merit-based two-stage selection process.

Stage I:

IUCEA shall conduct the preliminary selection of candidates. Interested applicants must submit either electronic copies of the following documents to the IUCEA Office in Kampala, Uganda:

• Complete the electronic form on this link https://forms.office.com/r/V9kccjR5G8
• Please submit the hardcopy of the following documents for initial assessment:
  • Statement of interest addressed to the Executive Secretary IUCE
  • A Comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Academic Transcript & Certificate of Graduation
  • A Passport Copy
  • IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 71 or higher report (we don’t accept EFSET, Duolingo, PTE.)
  • Bank statement for at least 6 months (in compliance with the scholarship category)
• Send these initial assessment documents (combined into one PDF file) to the following emails: kduiucea@iucea.org, issa@ku-ac.com, rachel@ku-ac.com, jcw@ku-ac.com

All documents must be combined into one PDF file and submitted before 12 December 2025

Stage II:

KDU Global will conduct individual assessments and confirm the final selections. CCandidates might be required to submit additional documents and designated forms if deemed necessary by KDU Global.

KDU Global Admission: Scholarship recipients will submit final admission documents to KDU Global as listed here: Admission>Documents Required | Kyungdong University (kduniv.ac.kr) upon receiving additional guidelines.

VII. Important Dates

1. Submission of initial assessment documents deadline December 12, 2025
2. Interview deadline December 19, 2025
3. Documents submission deadline January 16, 2026
4. Official enrollment deadline February 20, 2026
5. Airport pick up February 23 – 27, 2026
6. Commencement date March 2, 2026

VIII. Contact Information

1. Executive Secretary

• Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA)
• Kigobe Road, Plot M833, Kyambogo Area
• O. Box 7110, Kampala Republic of Uganda
• Email: kdu-iucea@iucea.org

With additional inquiries regarding the KDU Global–IUCEA Scholarships 2026 please contact:

2. Gervais NDAYIZEYE, Senior Exchange and Programmes Officer, Email: kdu-iucea@iucea.org

3. Prof Dr. Baseem Al-athwari, Head of Smart Computing Department, Email: baseem_cs@kduniv.ac.kr For application and admission process and Campus information contact: ISSA, ASHRAFU RASHID, Email: issa@ku-ac.com, WhatsApp: +82 10 7490 9801