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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 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
What if you had $100k to pursue your boldest ideas? What if we told you we want to champion your most hare-brained, out-there, eye-wateringly ambitious idea? What if the only thing standing in your way is an application form and a few calls? If you are interested in making your dreams come true, apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 06 Jan, 2025
Applications for the Anthony Lester Fellowship 2025-2026 are now open. Inaugurated in 2024, the Anthony Lester Fellowships support lawyers or law students who would like to undertake practical fieldwork in human rights and the rule of law outside of their country of residence. These fellowships enable lawyers and law students early in their careers to work on a project that helps effect practical change and are designed for those who may not otherwise have this opportunity.
Date Posted: 06 Jan, 2025
The Shecluded × CFYE Dream to Business Incubator Program is excited to announce its fifth cohort, inviting aspiring entrepreneurs to apply for an enriching experience designed to turn innovative ideas into viable businesses.
Date Posted: 06 Jan, 2025
Applications are invited for the WHO Incentive Grants for Young Researchers from LMICs 2025. The World Health Organization (WHO) Global Noncommunicable Disease Platform, in collaboration with the Alliance for Health Policy and Systems Research, and the World Medical Association, is pleased to invite proposals from individual researchers who are enrolled in accredited academic institutions and conduct research projects as part of their graduate degree requirements. Apply now!
Date Posted: 06 Jan, 2025
Proposals are invited for the VentureWell Innovation in Action (VIA) Summit 2025. This new transformative event is designed to build meaningful partnerships that drive collaboration in higher education, highlighting the power of innovation and entrepreneurship (I&E) within STEM ecosystems. The VIA summit represents a journey of discovery -where new ideas, collaborations, and solutions take shape.
Date Posted: 06 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Acumen East Africa Fellowship 2025. At Acumen Academy, they identify and prepare leaders with the hard skills required to build scalable solutions to fight poverty and the harder skills of moral leadership to re-imagine and build a better world.
Date Posted: 06 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Johns Hopkins Healthcare Design Competition 2025. The competition celebrates good design in healthcare. Click here to learn more about this contest and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Jan, 2025
GTCO invites students from eligible African countries for the GTCO Summer Internship Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Pascal Decroos Fund 2025 for Investigative Journalism. Professional starters and experienced journalists who are able to publish the results of their research in a Dutch-language medium in Belgium can apply for this grant.
Date Posted: 04 Jan, 2025
International applicants in Korea are invited to apply for the 2025 Summer KAI-X Research Internship Program. This program offers an exciting opportunity for international students to research and innovate at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology -KAIST Advanced Institute for Science (KAI-X).
Date Posted: 04 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Cucalorus Works-in-Progress Lab for Filmmakers 2025. The Cucalorus Works-in-Progress (WiP) Lab supports social justice documentaries with a focus on Black storytelling. Apply now!
Date Posted: 03 Jan, 2025
Are you a community-based or non-governmental organisation (CSO/NGO) working on conservation advocacy in Ghana or Liberia? The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) invites applications for the Response and Resilience Strengthening Programme 2025, supported by the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF).
Date Posted: 03 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Oroko Radio Residency for Africans 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Jan, 2025
Are you an entrepreneur with an innovative business solution that can disrupt or transform the African Market? Applications are open for the EY Africa Enterprise Impact Program 2025.
Date Posted: 03 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.