The General Gabriel Jok Riak Scholarship was established in 2018 to honour General Gabriel Jok Riak, an eminent alumnus of Cavendish University Uganda who was appointed the Chief of Defence Forces of the South Sudan Defence Forces (SSDF) a day after his graduation at CUU.
The University Scholarship Committee (USC) awards this scholarship to two (2) South Sudanese students each academic year who are starting the first year of any degree programme at Cavendish University Uganda and nominated by General Gabriel Jok Riak in writing.
About Cavendish University Uganda (CUU)
Cavendish University Uganda (CUU) is a leading Private University in Uganda established in 2008 and is licensed and accredited by the Uganda National Council for Higher Education. Our student-centric academic model deploys global best practices in teaching and learning and aims to fulfil the Mission of CUU, which is to transform and inspire students to reach their full potential in employment, entrepreneurship, and ethical leadership. CUU offers market-relevant and accredited academic Programmes hosted in four Faculties of Law, Science & Technology, Business & Management, and Soc...&nb... read more
General Gabriel Jok Riak Scholarship
| Application Deadline | Not Specified |
| Country to study | , Uganda |
| Type | Undergraduate |
| Sponsor | Cavendish University Uganda (CUU) |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Aim and Benefits of General Gabriel Jok Riak Scholarship
The scholarship covers 100% tuition and functional fees.
All other costs and expenses such as air travel or otherwise to and from the student’s home country, travel expenses to and from the University during semester time, living expenses (accommodation, food, scholastic materials etc.) immigration permission shall be borne by the beneficiary.
Requirements for General Gabriel Jok Riak Scholarship Qualification
The scholarship is both a need- based and merit- based financial aid option awarded on the basis of any one or combination of criteria including financial need, academic excellence, and demonstrated leadership qualities.
Eligible candidates for this scholarship must meet the following admission requirements:
- A letter of nomination from General Gabrel Jok Riak
- Intent to attend classes in person at the University. The Distance Learning mode is not eligible for this scholarship.
- Have at least 3 Principal Passes at A-level or its equivalent obtained at one sitting not more than five years before the date of the application
- Have at least 6 Passes at O’ Level or its equivalent
- Demonstrate that they have the required English proficiency optimal for undertaking University education.
Application Deadline
Not SpecifiedHow to Apply
Nominated applicants shall submit their application by formal letter sent by email to [email protected] with the required documents attached.
This scholarship is awarded only to students studying at the University. (DL mode is not eligible) and is are awarded for the full duration of the beneficiary’s Programme of study subject to satisfactory academic progression of the beneficiary. This shall be demonstrated by attendance of at least 75% of all classes, submission of ALL coursework and maintaining a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (B) Second Class (Lower Division)
For more details, visit CUU website.
