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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 now open for the 2025/2026 Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2024
ICSID offers internship opportunities to highly motivated students enrolled in a graduate degree program. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the world’s leading institution devoted to the settlement of international investment disputes.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for 1 Hotels Fellowship at E2. The 1 Hotels Fellowship at E2 helps support and invest in young entrepreneurs and emerging business leaders who seek to make the world a better place through projects that accelerate smart climate policies that are good for our economy and our environment.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Are you passionate about sustainable development and social impact in your community and beyond? Are you a student, professional, activist, change-maker, entrepreneur, etc. between 16 - 35 years and interested in making a difference on the African continent and in the world? Do you form part of a youth innovation startup/project team based anywhere across Africa, and look to pivot your SDG impact? If yes, apply for the Melton Foundation SDG Innovation Challenge 2024.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Allstate Foundation 2024-2025 college service grants. Institutions are required to apply for this opportunity by September 27, 2024 for consideration.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Ramsar Wetland Conservation Awards 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 SAIS Investment Readiness Programme. The SAIS Investment Readiness Programme (IRP) offers a year-long, tailor-made company development programme for African tech start-ups in agriculture, livestock, food, and climate.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the ARE Research Development Fellowship Programme 2024/2025. Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) Fellowships offer awardees the opportunity to develop their own research ideas, research skills and capabilities, to grow their research relationships through collaboration and mentorship, and to work towards a substantial research funding proposal.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the UNESCO Global Media and Information Literacy Week Youth Hackathon 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Calling Caribbean journalists! Join Climate Tracker's international COP29 reporting team and cover the pivotal climate negotiations happening in Baku from November 11-22, 2024. Are you passionate about climate change and eager to make a difference? Do you dream of being at the forefront of reporting on global environmental negotiations? Apply now for the Climate Tracker (CT) COP29 Caribbean Climate Justice Journalism Fellowship 2024.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Mastercard Foundation Fund for Alumni Start-ups in Transition (FAST) Program. The FAST program will support and empower the next generation of entrepreneurs by providing up to $15,000 in support for each venture.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the DAAD Postgraduate Studies in the Field of Music scholarship in Germany. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Women in News Leadership Accelerator Programme. Journalists with a passion for the news industry, with a minimum 5-10 years of active experience in the newsroom, should apply.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Mastercard Al StartUp Challenge 2024. MasterCard, the UAE Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications Office, and First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) are collaborating to empower the next generation of Al pioneers in the UAE with their first-ever Al challenge.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Global Fast Track Programme 2024 for Fin Tech Companies. The programme aims to support FinTech companies to expand and grow in Asia through Hong Kong - the premier business hub that connects to the world.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the African Development Bank-Japan Africa Dream Scholarship 2025. This scholarship is open to applicants from African Development Bank member countries with relevant professional experience and a history of supporting their countries' development efforts who are applying to a graduate degree program in energy development and related disciplines.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Africa CDC Youth Pre-Conference (YPC) 2024. This training aims to showcase the remarkable contributions young Africans are already making in health policy, practice, and research; and explore how to broaden engagement with and further empower these young leaders to transform the health sector across Africa.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications to be part of the MultiChoice Talent Factory East Africa, West Africa and Southern Africa Academy class of 2025 are now open and will close on 15 September 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Open Startup (OST) 2024 Investment Readiness Program. This opportunity is open to African startups. Click here to learn more about this training.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the NVIDIA 2024 Graduate Fellowship Program. NVIDIA particularly invites submissions from students pushing the envelope in artificial intelligence, robotics, autonomous vehicles, and related fields.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 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.