Below is a list of ongoing fully-funded and partial scholarships for students in Ghana to help fund your studies abroad or in Ghana. View list, learn how to apply for scholarships and win a scholarship today.
The Yale Young African Scholars (YYAS) program is now open for applications for summer 2025. Yale Young African Scholars (YYAS) is an intensive academic and enrichment program designed for African secondary school students planning to pursue tertiary education and who wish to make meaningful impact as young leaders on the continent. Apply now!
Date Posted: 10 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Crafting Tomorrow Program. The Crafting Tomorrow Program focuses on the intersection of climate change and socio-economic issues, the program targets areas like energy access, food security, disaster risk management, sanitation, and waste management, where innovative solutions are essential. Apply now!
Date Posted: 09 Jan, 2025
The African Space Agency (AfSA) is excited to announce the launch of its Logo Design Competition. This initiative invites young Africans aged 18 to 29 to unleash their creativity and design a logo that embodies AfSA’s vision, mission, and influence as a central player in advancing Africa’s space ambitions.
Date Posted: 09 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Mastercard Foundation/University of Cambridge Climate Resilience and Sustainability Research Fund 2025. This opportunity is open to pairs of researchers (post-doctoral level and above) from the University of Cambridge and African universities or research institutes across all disciplines.
Date Posted: 09 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Entrepreneurship Jobs for All (E-Jobs4All) Fellowship Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) Internship Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) Nansen Refugee Award 2025. If you know of an inspiring candidate, please click here to submit your nomination now.
Date Posted: 09 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the World IP Day 2025 Youth Video Competition. The Competition invites individuals or group participants to submit a 60 to 90-second video that captures the connection between music, IP rights, innovation, and creativity that's shaping our future. Enter this contest and stand a chance to win great prizes!
Date Posted: 09 Jan, 2025
Are you ready to inspire future generations of linguists with your passion for languages? And to begin a rewarding career as a Modern Foreign Languages teacher? The British Council is awarding scholarships, continuing professional development support and £28,000 of funding to talented individuals. Apply now!
Date Posted: 09 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Megatrends Afrika Project Fellowships 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the TWAS-CNPq Postgraduate Fellowship Programme 2025. The National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq) in Brasilia, Brazil, and TWAS offer full time postgraduate fellowships to young scientists from developing countries (other than Brazil) who wish to pursue research towards a PhD at host institutes in Brazil. Apply now!
Date Posted: 08 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the EJN Virtual Media Workshop on the 30×30 Target and Marine Protected Areas 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Holdstock-Piachaud Student Essay Prize 2025. The Holdstock-Piachaud Essay Prize was set up to encourage students to explore the themes covered by the journal Medicine, Conflict and Survival, in memory of Douglas Holdstock and Jack Piachaud who were for many years inspirational editors of the Journal. Apply now!
Date Posted: 08 Jan, 2025
Calling all innovative thinkers and writers to apply for the Nine Dots Prize fifth cycle. The Prize is sponsored by the Kadas Prize Foundation with support from CRASSH at the University of Cambridge and Cambridge University Press.
Date Posted: 08 Jan, 2025
The Starr Center for the Study of the American Experience invites applications for its full-time residential fellowship, which supports outstanding work on American history by both scholars and non-academics. Apply now!
Date Posted: 08 Jan, 2025
The Avery Review, a journal of critical essays on architecture published by the Office of Publications at Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation, invites submissions for its eighth annual Essay Prize. The call is open to current students (undergraduate and masters) and recent graduates, whether in schools of architecture or elsewhere.
Date Posted: 08 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the NTEEP 5.0 Entrepreneurship Empowerment Program 2025 for African Startups. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jan, 2025
Moving Minds Alliance are now seeking applications for the 2025-26 Fellows cohort, with five positions available to conduct research related to the theme: Early Childhood Development in Climate Emergencies. Apply now!
Date Posted: 07 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the ITU Academy Summer School on digital and green transitions. This summer school is designed to introduce participants to the concept of sustainable digital transformation through various subtopics, including emerging digital technologies, digital farming, and e-waste management. Apply now!
Date Posted: 07 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Africa Health Collaborative Research Fund 2025. The key aim of the Health Collaborative Research Fund 2025 is to encourage and provide initial support for the development/expansion of high-quality research activities for Early Career Researchers (ECR) enabling principal investigators to subsequently apply for funding to support the next phase of their joint research that will result in greater impact.
Date Posted: 07 Jan, 2025
1. Why should I study in Ghana?
Ghana offers a welcoming environment for international students with its strong educational system, affordable tuition fees, and culturally rich experience. Also, Ghana's universities are recognized for their focus on business, engineering, health sciences, and humanities.
2. What are the top universities in Ghana?
Some of the top universities in Ghana include:
University of Cape Coast (UCC)
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA)
3. What are the admission requirements for universities in Ghana?
For undergraduate programs, applicants must have completed secondary education with the required exam scores, such as the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) or equivalent. For international students, some universities may require proof of English proficiency, such as TOEFL or IELTS. For postgraduate programs, applicants must hold a relevant bachelor's degree with a good academic standing.
4. What visa do I need to study in Ghana?
As an international student, you need a student visa to study in Ghana. Once admitted to a university, you can apply for the visa at the Ghanaian Embassy or Consulate in your home country. Some requirements include your admission letter, proof of financial support, a valid passport, and a completed visa application form.
5. What language is used for instruction in Ghanaian universities?
English is the primary language of instruction at universities in Ghana. International students are required to have a good command of English to participate in university courses.
6. Can international students work while studying in Ghana?
Yes, international students studying in Ghana can engage in part-time work.
7. What opportunities are available after completing my studies in Ghana?
After completing your studies, international graduates can explore job opportunities in Ghana. However, you will need to apply for a work permit if you want to work in the country.