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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 World Health Organization (WHO) and Science Africa will host a three-day training workshop for journalists in Nairobi, Kenya, from 16-18 July 2024.
Date Posted: 24 May, 2024
Do you know someone that has had a significant impact on the English language teaching industry? Nominations are now open for the ELTons Outstanding Achievement Award 2024!
Date Posted: 24 May, 2024
Nominations are now open for the 2024 Kenneth C. Frazier Award for Maternal Health Equity. Click here to learn more about this award and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 May, 2024
UpLink accepts innovative solutions for the Aquapreneur Innovation Initiative to conserve and restore freshwater ecosystems. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 24 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 African Food Changemakers BRACE Capacity Development Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 IRENA Youth Logo Contest. Click here to learn more about this contest and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Afreximbank Research Sabbatical Programme. Click here to learn more about this programme and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 May, 2024
Are you a young innovator with a passion for sustainability? The ECOPRIZE Challenge is now open for applications! This exciting opportunity is aimed at recognizing and supporting youth-led sustainable innovations.
Date Posted: 23 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 United Nations Global Compact Target Gender Equality Accelerator Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 23 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Legatum Center at MIT Foundry Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this fellowship and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 May, 2024
The 2025 Community Engagement Exchange (CEE) Program application is open! Click here to learn more about this program and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the ENCATC Research Award. This award is a joint prize from the European Network on cultural management and Policy or European Network of Cultural Administration Training Centres (ENCATC) and The University of Antwerp Cultural Management Fund.
Date Posted: 23 May, 2024
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization-UNESCO Youth Eyes on the Silk Roads Photo Contest application is now open to young photographers.
Date Posted: 23 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the Jefferson Fellowship. Jefferson Fellowships program will investigate the rising anxiety regarding the political and economic security of the Indo-Pacific area in the context of China’s assertive actions against other South China Sea claims and heightened tensions in the Taiwan Straits.
Date Posted: 23 May, 2024
Past Global Changes (PAGES) is excited to announce the Inter-Africa Mobility Research Fellowship Program, also known as the African Mobility Fellowship. This initiative aims to support early-career African scientists studying past global changes by providing them with opportunities to gain international research experience within the continen
Date Posted: 23 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the Flagship Fellowship by Watson Institute. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the UNESCO Learning City award 2024. The purpose of the UNESCO Learning City Award is to identify and highlight effective local initiatives that support high-quality education and opportunities for lifelong learning for all.
Date Posted: 22 May, 2024
The Mexican government’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) is offering Excellence Scholarships for Foreigners for the year 2024. These scholarships are open to international students who want to pursue specialty, Master’s, doctorate, Ph.D., postgraduate research, undergraduate, and postgraduate student mobility programs in Mexico.
Date Posted: 22 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) 2024 Landscape Leadership Camp. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024/2025 M-Pesa Africa Internship Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 May, 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.