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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 2024 Google Women Techmakers Ambassadors Program. Click here to find out if you’re eligible for this program and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024/2025 University of Edinburgh Global Online Distance Learning Masters Scholarships. Click here to apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 24 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the Ashoka/Scheider Electric Foundation Youth Innovation For a Sustainable Future Program 2024 (30,000 Euros funding available). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Mixed Migration Centre (MMC) Alternative Voices Short Essay Competition. Click here to apply for this competition if you are from Asia, Africa, or Latin America.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the IEG Fellowships 2024 for Doctoral Study in Germany. This opportunity is open to PhD students from Germany and abroad.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2024
Transparency International School on Integrity is an annual state-of-the-art anti-corruption and accountability training for future leaders. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025-2027 ISPA Netherlands Fellowship for mid-career performing arts leaders from The Netherlands, Ghana, Indonesia, and South Africa.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2024
Home Grown Solutions (HGS) is an Acceleration programme focusing on growth and mature stage African healthcare companies, conceptualized in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and in a realization of the potential of local private sector solutions to strengthen the continent’s pandemic resilience. Click here to apply for this training.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2024
Past Global Changes (PAGES) announces the Inter-Africa Mobility Research Fellowship Program (African Mobility Fellowship) for African early-career scientists studying past global changes.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2024
Applications for the African Peering and Interconnection Forum (AfPIF) Fellowship are now open. We encourage you to apply if you are interested in understanding the intricacies of internet infrastructure
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Are you passionate about combating climate change and environmental degradation? Do you want to be part of a movement that seeks to inspire, educate, and empower African youth to drive positive change in their communities? Look no further than the Conference of Youth on Environment and Climate (COYEC) 2024!
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Are you passionate about shaping the future of AI policy? If so, seize the opportunity to join the prestigious Fall 2024 cohort of the Center for AI and Digital Policy (CAIDP) AI Policy Clinics. Applications are officially open, but hurry—the deadline for submission is May 10, 2024
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for University of Edinburgh Undergraduate Scholarship for International Students 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the University of Bristol Think Big Scholarship Scheme For Undergraduate International Students 2024. This is opportunity helps to fund tuition fees for international postgraduate students studying law.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the University of Melbourne, Australia Research Training Program Scholarship 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
The United Nations University Office of the Rector recruits highly qualified applicants to work as Junior Fellows at the UNU headquarters in Tokyo.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
ISHR seeks to host a postgraduate Fellow to support its Africa Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Enterprise Singapore, in collaboration with Agorize, is announcing Slingshot 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
Flinders University RTP Scholarship 2024-25 applications are now being accepted in Australia. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2024
UNESCO International Fund for Cultural Diversity 2024 accepts applications through an open and competitive process. Click here to learn how to apply for funds from this initiative.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 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.