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Frequently Asked Questions: Uganda–Germany Program
Application Process: How and when do I apply to be a Malengo Scholar?
For the 2024 round of applications, the deadline was October 31st, 2024. Please continue to check our website for updates regarding the upcoming application deadline.
You can apply at https://app.malengo.org. You can begin your application and save it and come back to it at any time. Please be sure to follow the specific directions in the application for the word counts and prompts.
You must first register on the application portal with a username, your email address, and a password. Make sure to key in the correct email and to remember your password as you will need it to log in later! You will then receive an email with a verification code to activate your Malengo account. You must enter the verification code on the portal in order to activate that account. You will then be redirected to the Malengo homepage. You can always save your progress and return to the form later using the email and password you used at the time of registration. Now you can start your application!
How does the application form work?
The application has 7 different forms that need to be completed before submission. Your application will not be reviewed if all forms are not submitted.
At first, you only have access to the Eligibility Form. We will determine whether you meet the basic eligibility requirements for the Malengo program (listed in the first section) before you can access the remaining forms.
If you are ineligible, you will not be able to proceed any further. You will still have the chance to edit your response but we request you to not enter incorrect information as it will be verified later.
If you meet the eligibility requirements, you will be asked to submit your UCE and UACE subjects and grades. We will then determine whether your subject combinations meet the requirement for German universities (please refer to the academic eligibility section on the Uganda–Germany Program page).
If you do not meet the requirements, you will not be able to proceed any further.
If you also meet the academic requirements, you will have access to all the remaining forms
What are the identification/ID requirements ?
You must have AT LEAST ONE of the following documents to apply:
- A Ugandan national ID
- A letter from NIRA showing your NIN number (an example is shown in the picture below; note that the NIN number must be shown on the document).
- A Ugandan passport
- If you are a registered refugee in Uganda you must have a valid refugee travel document.
Unfortunately we cannot accept any other documents as identification.
What information will I need to provide to apply to Malengo?
The application portal will take you through a series of questions and documents to upload. You will be asked to:
- Prove your basic eligibility for the Malengo program (refer to Section 1 to see eligibility requirements)
- Determine that your subject combinations from your UCE and UACE meet the requirements to study in Germany. If you meet these requirements, you will be asked to fill personal details that include how to reach you and your background;
- Information about your income and assets to determine financial eligibility. Be honest in answering this since it will be verified
- Essay questions about what we look for in a Malengo Scholar; and
- Name and contact details of a reference
How do I know my application has been submitted?
You will get a confirmation email to the email address that you provided during your application. This email will state that you have successfully submitted your application. Kindly check your Spam folder in case you don’t see the email in your Inbox.
Selection Process: What can I expect once I submit my application?
We will review applications as soon as we receive them, so applying early gives you the best chance of admission. Some candidates will be interviewed. If you are chosen for an interview, you will receive specific instructions on what to expect. It is important that you respond immediately to interview scheduling requests. Please make sure to check your emails regularly (at least once per day) and look into the spam folder to make sure that you don’t miss it.
We anticipate sending out official offer letters to admitted students in January of each year.
Financial Assistance: How much do I need to pay for this program, what funding will I get and do I need to pay it back?
Malengo will pay for your university and visa application fees, the IELTS test, flights, university administrative fees in the first semester, and your first–year living expenses. Malengo does not provide funding beyond the first year of studies. We expect Malengo Scholars to get part–time jobs during their first year that can cover living and other expenses after the first year. The funding is provided on the basis of an income share agreement (ISA). You can find out more about what this is below.
Most students in Germany have part–time jobs to support themselves. We will help you find such a job. We also run a mentorship program, which pairs you with someone who has experience within Germany who can support you with both short– and longer–term career development.
An income share agreement means that you receive funding from Malengo to pay for your application fees and living expenses in the first year. After you graduate, if you have a job with a sufficiently high salary, you contribute a share of your income (hence “income share”) back to Malengo so we can continue our work.
The income share agreement means that you only make contributions back to Malengo if you have a sufficiently high income. In the 2024 cohort, students only make contributions once they earn more than EUR 27,000 per year. If they do not have an income, or have a lower income, they do not make any contributions. The threshold for 2025 will be communicated to successful applicants with their offer.
How much does it cost to apply to Malengo?
Nothing! Applying to Malengo is entirely free. MALENGO DOES NOT ASK FOR MONEY FROM STUDENTS, REFERENCE PROVIDERS, OR ANYONE ELSE DURING THE APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS. If someone asks you for money to “process” your Malengo application, it’s a scam. Please do not make any payments, and report it to us at [email protected].
Is Malengo a loan?
No. A loan has to be re–paid no matter whether or not you earn an income. In contrast, with Malengo’s income share agreements, you only make financial contributions if you have a sufficiently high income. If you don’t have a high enough income for whatever reason — for example, if you pursue further studies, or move back to Uganda and take a job with a salary below the threshold — you are not expected to make contributions.
What are the conditions of the income share agreement for Malengo Scholars?
If your application is successful, you will receive an offer that includes an income share agreement. The specific conditions for the 2025 cohort have not been determined. For the 2024 cohort, the conditions stipulated that students make financial contributions if they have a job with a salary above EUR 27,000 per year. This threshold is the same regardless of where in the world they live. How much they contribute depends on where they live: If they live in Germany or another high– or upper–middle income country, and their yearly income exceeds EUR 27,000, they contribute 14% of their pre–tax income for a period of up to 10 years (but never more than a maximum lifetime repayment of EUR 72,624). If they return to live in Uganda or another low– or lower– middle income country, and their yearly income exceeds EUR 27,000, they contribute 7% of their pre–tax income for a period of up to 5 years (and again never more than the lifetime maximum). All of these amounts are adjusted for inflation on an ongoing basis.
The specific conditions for the 2025 cohort will be communicated to successful candidates in their offers.
What if I don’t have an income after I graduate?
The income share agreement means that you only make contributions back to Malengo if you have a sufficiently high income. In the 2024 cohort, students only make contributions once they earn more than EUR 27,000 per year. If they do not have an income, or have a lower income, they do not make any contributions. The threshold for 2025 will be communicated to successful applicants with their offer.
Support for Malengo Scholars: What other support will I receive if I’m chosen to be a Malengo Scholar?
Once accepted, we will help the whole Malengo cohort choose suitable Bachelor’s programs at German universities and apply for them. We will help you prepare for the IELTS English test, gather all necessary documentation for your applications, including getting a passport if you don’t have one. Once you have been admitted, we will help you obtain a student visa at the German embassy in Kampala. After you have received your visa, we will help you register for health insurance in Germany, look for housing in Germany, and set up travel to get there.
You will participate in a pre–departure workshop in Kampala and will receive training and onboarding about what to expect and do once you get to Germany.
For cohort 5, we aim for your travel to be in October 2025, but shortage of visa interview slots provided by the German Embassy can lead to delays in travel time.
Before you leave for Germany, you will be matched with a mentor through Malengo’s mentorship program. The mentor will be your support person throughout your first year in Germany, and help you with any questions and issues, such as how to open a bank account, where to go shopping, how to find friends, how to prepare for exams, and many more things. Other Malengo staff are also available to help you with any questions if necessary.
What if I want to change my Bachelors program while I am in Germany?
Changing your Bachelors program while in Germany is possible. We will work with you to make it happen if you decide to take this step. Regardless of your change in program, you will still receive funding from Malengo until the end of your first year in Germany.
Where can I ask questions?
If you have questions about your application, you can email us at [email protected] or WhatsApp us at +256 775 085112 . Given the large number of requests, we may not be able to answer all inquiries.
Malengo does not ask for money from students or anyone else during the application and selection process. if you come across anyone asking for money to help you apply, please report it by sending an email to [email protected].
If you have questions about your application, you can email us at [email protected] or WhatsApp us at +256 775085112 . Given the large number of requests, we may not be able to answer all inquiries.
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