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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 currently being accepted for the Avant Group VIC – Tiny Towns Fund (Round 3) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Earth Journalism Network is currently accepting applications for its Story Grants on Fisheries Transparency 2026. interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Blue Food Futures Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Samuel H. Kress Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Conservation Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is cuurently accepting applications for its Internship Programme: Opportunities for Future Policy Leaders 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
University of Lagos are currently accepting applications for its Nigerian Academy of Engineering (NAEng) Innovation Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
John Hopkins University is currently accepting applications for its Gender Equity/GBV Evidence Accelerator Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for The Ferriss - UC Berkeley Psychedelic Journalism Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
London School of Hygiene & Trofical Medicine (LSHTMA) is cuurently accepting applications for its Research Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the WomenLift Health x WILAN Midwifery Leadership Journey 2026. Interested applicant are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) is currently accepting applications for its Environmental Education Internship Spring 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Fellowships at Auschwitz for the Study of Professional Ethics (FASPE) is currently accepting applications for its Journalism Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Harvard University is currently accepting applications for its Houghton Library Visiting Fellowships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Local Authority Waters Programme is currently accepting applications for its Community Water Development Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the OpenAI Funding Grants for New Research into AI and Mental Health 2026. interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Nederlands Filmfonds is currently accepting applications for its Impulse Contribution to Success. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Foresight Institute is currently accepting applications for its AI for Safety & Science Nodes 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Africa Centre for Energy Policy is accepting applications for its Next Generation Resource Governance Leaders Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Google for Startups Accelerator: Middle East, North Africa Program for MENA Startups 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Center for International Policy (CIP) is currently accepting applications for its Multimedia & Communications Intern 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 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.