Scholarships for Ghanaian Students 2025 - 2026 - Page 4

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.

    • World Environment Day Photography Showcase logo
    • World Environment Day Photography Showcase on the State of Our Environment 2025

      In celebration of this years World Environment Day, Hivos is inviting submissions from photographers and sketch artists with original work that capture environmental degradation and climate change in Zambia. The aim of the competition is to promote grassroots picture storytelling on issues affecting our environment and everyday life.

      Date Posted: 18 Apr, 2025

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    • Millennium Fellowship Class of 2025

      Applications are open for the Millennium Fellowship Class of 2025. Join this fellowship and become part of a global community of changemakers committed to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

      Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2025

    • Africa Food Prize logo
    • Call for Nominations: Africa Food Prize 2025 ($100,000 prize)

      Nominations are now open for the Africa Food Prize 2025. The Africa Food Prize recognizes extraordinary women, men, and institutions from all over the world whose outstanding contributions to African agriculture are forging a new era of sustainable food security and economic opportunity that elevates all Africans.

      Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2025

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    • Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships 2025/2026 (Fully-Funded)

      Applications are now open for the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships 2025/2026. The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) offer a unique opportunity to study a two-year Master's degree in a low or middle-income Commonwealth country.

      Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2025

    • Alpine Fellowship Refugee Scholar Prize logo
    • The Alpine Fellowship Refugee Scholar Prize 2025

      Are you a student who identifies as a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced, or stateless person? Are you presently pursuing higher education at Bard College Berlin and in need of funding to continue your academic journey? If yes, apply for the Alpine Fellowship Refugee Scholar Prize 2025.

      Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2025

    • Internet Society Peering Fellowship logo
    • Internet Society Peering Fellowship 2025

      Applications are open for the Internet Society Peering Fellowship 2025. In today's world, where challenges are intertwined, navigating the complexities of the Internet requires a deep understanding of the dynamics of peering and traffic exchange. The Peering Fellowship supports individuals making Internet access affordable, reliable, and resilient by improving local Internet interconnection infrastructure and advocating for an enabling policy environment that supports a thriving Internet ecosystem.

      Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2025

    • Institute for Al Policy & Strategy Al Policy Fellowship logo
    • Institute for Al Policy & Strategy (IAPS) Al Policy Fellowship 2025 (Fully-Funded)

      Applications are ongoing for the Institute for Al Policy & Strategy (IAPS) Al Policy Fellowship 2025. The IAPS Al Policy Fellowship is a unique, fully-funded, three-month program for professionals from varied backgrounds aiming to strengthen practical policy skills for managing the challenges and opportunities of advanced Al. The program will run from September 1 to November 21, 2025, in Washington, D.C., and remotely.

      Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2025

    • Simons Foundation Pivot Fellowship Program logo
    • Simons Foundation Pivot Fellowship Program 2025 (Funding available)

      Applications are open for the Simons Foundation Pivot Fellowship Program 2025. The fellowship will support researchers with a strong track record of success and achievement in their current field, and a deep interest, curiosity and drive to make contributions to a new discipline.

      Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2025

    • Reckitt Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 6 logo
    • Reckitt Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 6 ($50,000 Grant + Trip to Munich, Germany)

      Applications are now open for the Reckitt Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 6. Reckitt is proud to have supported the Lead2030 SDG6 challenge since 2019, working with 11 WASH entrepreneurs to date. They want to build on this success in 2025, by supporting innovations that create measurable impact by enabling access to clean water, sanitation or hygiene, and are particularly interested in innovations with a focus on children or women/girls.

      Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2025

    • Intergovernmental Authority on Development Internship logo
    • Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Internship 2025

      Applications are open for the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Internship 2025. Through a conducive training and career development environment, IGAD is seeking to place 14 young professionals, (2) per country who are interested in advancing gender equality in different fields of their careers. The Internship Programme is a learning opportunity aimed at attracting talented young women and men who are strongly motivated to share their new perspectives and innovative ideas in IGAD.

      Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2025

    • ARUA Early-career Research Fellowships logo
    • ARUA Early-career Research Fellowships 2025 (US$2,000 monthly stipend available)

      Applications are open for the ARUA Early-career Research Fellowships 2025. The African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA), with support from the Mastercard Foundation and the Carnegie Corporation of New York, is launching this Early-Career Research Fellowship program. The initiative will fund up to forty-two (42) early-career researchers to conduct globally competitive research at the host and affiliated institutions of ARUA's thirteen (13) Centres of Excellence (CoEs).

      Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2025

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FAQs

 

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:

 

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.