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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 Africa Centers for Disease Control (Africa CDC) in partnership with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH Office to the African Union and YouthHubAfrica is pleased to announce the call for applications for Bingwa PLUS , an incubator for young African health champions passionate about improving the health of their communities. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Humboldt Residency Programme 2025. The Humboldt Residency Programme brings together a transdisciplinary, international group of twelve participants consisting of Humboldtians and junior researchers with a diverse range of disciplinary backgrounds with writers, artists, civil society actors and social entrepreneurs. Apply now for this opportunity!
Date Posted: 01 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Welcome Career Development Awards 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Nov, 2024
Nominations are open for the Yidan Prize 2025. The world's highest education accolade welcomes changemakers globally to join its expert community in addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing education today.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Fisher Family Summer Fellows Program on Democracy and Development 2025 at Stanford University. The Fisher Family Summer Fellows Program on Democracy and Development is a training program hosted annually by Stanford University's Center on Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law (CDDRL) at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies (FS|).
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Global Schools Advocates Program 2025. Global Schools' flagship initiative, the Global Schools Advocates Program, is a cohort-style program for educators and school leaders globally who want to integrate themes of sustainable development into their classrooms. Apply for this opportunity now!
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Mastercard Foundation Agribusiness Challenge Fund 2024-2025. The Mastercard Foundation Fund for Resilience and Prosperity has launched an Agribusiness Challenge Fund, calling for proposals from SMEs in the agriculture sector that can create work opportunities at scale for young women and men, young persons with disabilities, and refugee youth.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the African Peacebuilding Network (APN) Individual Research Fellowship 2025. The APN and Next Gen program of the Social Science Research Council (SSRC) invites applications from African researchers, policy analysts, and practitioners working on conflict and peacebuilding issues at universities and research institutions or regional, governmental, and nongovernmental agencies based in Africa.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024
Applications ae open for the SDG Innovation Accelerator 2024-2025 for Young Professionals. This intensive nine-month programme is designed to activate the potential of future business leaders and changemakers.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024
Are you a changemaker committed to fighting inequality? Do you want to learn from scholars, innovators, activists and social change organisations, and the latest academic research and expert insights on inequalities? Are you ready to join forces with a lifelong global network of peers? Apply now for the Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity (AFSEE) Programme 2025-2026 for Social-change Leaders.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Tarbell Grants 2024 for Journalists Interested in Artificial Intelligence. This opportunity seeks to fund established journalists to pursue original reporting on current & future harms from frontier models, investigate the inner workings of leading Al companies, and scrutinize lobbying efforts shaping Al policy.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Sony World Photography Awards 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 UN Global Compact Business & Human Rights Accelerator Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024/2025 VLIR-UOS Scholarships for Master Programmes (ICP Connect). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications for the University of Nottingham Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship are now open. This scholarship programme is designed for international students who want to make a difference to the development of key economic, environmental, structural, social, or political structures in their home country.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Fellowship Program 2025. The Sustainable Finance Summer Fellowship provides a unique opportunity to work with Morgan Stanley teams that seek to drive capital towards investments that promote sustainable economic growth and scalable solutions to global challenges.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the MIT School of Science Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Nominations are open for the H&M Foundation Global Change Award 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for The Economist Foreign Internship Program 2024-2025. The aim of the internship scheme is to find future Economist journalists. Successful candidates will be given challenging, exciting work straight away.
Date Posted: 29 Oct, 2024
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.