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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.
Applications are open for the DW Traineeship 2026-2027. DW is looking for creative people, who are interested in a comprehensive, high quality journalism program with an international broadcaster and who want to help shape the journalism of the future. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Oct, 2024
Applications for the Global Social Impact House 2025 are now open. The Global Social Impact House brings together 20 global social entrepreneurs, creative intrapreneurs, community alchemists, and innovators who are actively working on a social impact initiative. Apply for this opportunity now!
Date Posted: 17 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the ADB-IEA Innovative Policy Research Award 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Oct, 2024
Applications are now accepted for the ACT Foundation 2025 Grant Cycle. They provide organizations with grants to ensure sustainable action in areas that align with our priority focus areas. If your organization is interested in receiving a grant, apply for this opportunity now!
Date Posted: 17 Oct, 2024
Applications for the 2025-2026 beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship are now open! Do you have an environmental problem you want to tackle? Bring your planet-positive ideas to life with the beVisioneers Fellowship! beVisioneers helps bring your planet-positive ideas to life, regardless of your entrepreneurial experience or your financial situation.
Date Posted: 17 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the IREX Community Solutions Program 2025. The Community Solutions Program (CSP) is a yearlong professional development program that supports engaged civil society leaders, ages 26-39, to enhance their leadership and technical expertise to address economic, environmental, political, and social challenges in their local communities. Apply now!
Date Posted: 17 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the if CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship 2025 for Young Professionals. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Oct, 2024
Applications for the Bart Richards Award for Media Criticism 2025 are now open. The Bart Richards Award for Media Criticism honors work that evaluates news media coverage of significant subjects or issues. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the 41st Chicago Latino Film Festival Poster Contest 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Oct, 2024
Are you passionate about helping to shape a better world? Are you hungry to put your classroom learning to work and gain real world knowledge and skills? Do you want to work in an international team in an inspiring environment? Apply for an internship with Salzburg Global Seminar!
Date Posted: 16 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the WomHub Mentorship Programme 2024. The Mentorship Programme is aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Manufacturing (STEM). Apply now!
Date Posted: 16 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Imagine H20 Accelerator 2025. The Imagine H20 Accelerator equips early-stage water startups with the resources they need to develop their solutions, commercialize their technologies, and enter new markets. Apply now!
Date Posted: 16 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the International Fellowships program. This initiative supports women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents to pursue professional careers. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the Hertie School Digital Governance Scholarship. The Digital Governance Scholarship is aimed at students who wish to delve into the various challenges posed by digitalisation. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 U.S. Department of State TechGirls Summer Exchange Program. echGirls is a U.S.-based summer exchange program designed to empower and support young women (ages 15-17) from the United States and select countries around the world to pursue higher education and careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields through hands-on skills development training. Apply now!
Date Posted: 15 Oct, 2024
Macquarie University provides a range of generous scholarships to support exceptional graduate researchers. Applications are currently ongoing for these prestigious scholarships.
Date Posted: 15 Oct, 2024
Applications for the Ray and Naomi Simpson Scholarship 2025 are now being accepted. This is a great chance to help you with your academic endeavors at the University of Leeds. Apply now!
Date Posted: 15 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 UN OHCHR Minorities Fellowship Program. By the end of the program, fellows will gain a general understanding of the United Nations system, international human rights instruments, and mechanisms, with a particular focus on minority rights. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the African Peacebuilding Network (APN) Research PolicyFellowship 2025. This fellowship enables scholars to seek affiliation with African regional and national policy think tanks, institutions, and advocacy organizations operating in the fields of peacebuilding, security, and development for up to 6 months. Apply now!
Date Posted: 15 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Digital Impact Alliance Fellowship Program 2025. The Digital Impact Alliance Fellowship Program provides an opportunity for curious, passionate mid-career researchers and practitioners to explore frontier questions related to digital public infrastructure (DPI) and data governance. Apply now!
Date Posted: 15 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.