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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 Code for Africa (CfA) WanaData Fellowships. Code for Africa (CfA) is offering stipend‐based Fellowships to fourteen (14) African Data Scientists and storytellers to empower youth voices and promote a secure digital space through gender projects.
Date Posted: 19 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Mondadori PLAI Scale Up Program 2025. The PLAI Scale Up Program is designed for AI-driven companies ready for their next growth phase.
Date Posted: 18 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Mondadori PLAI Acceleration Program 2025. The PLAI Accelerator is committed to revolutionizing the Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAl) landscape, combining scientific rigor with entrepreneurial vision to drive progress and equip startups to meet the growing demand for sustainable solutions.
Date Posted: 18 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Digital ChangeMakers for Women Entrepreneurs Incubation Program 2025. This project aims to equip women-led micro-enterprises with tailored digital solutions, enabling them to adopt innovative products that meet their needs and fosters growth and innovation.
Date Posted: 18 Apr, 2025
Applications are now open for the CorpsAfrica Volunteering Program 2025. CorpsAfrica recruits and places ambitious young Africans in rural, underserved communities in their own countries to apply their education, build their critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and venture beyond their comfort zones to learn about their countries and about themselves. They facilitate small-scale, high-impact projects identified by local community members, to fulfill key needs and whose impact and success can be carefully measured.
Date Posted: 18 Apr, 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
Are you passionate about Project Management and pursuing a degree in the field? If yes, then the PMI Academic Scholarships applications are now open for people like you!
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2025
You are invited to enter for the chance to win $5,000! Create and share apps built with Bubble's Al generator and stand a chance to win this amazing prize.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 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
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
Applications are open for the AfricaNenda Foundation Program Support Internship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2025
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
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
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
Applications are ongoing for the LEAP Africa Leadership Accelerator Programme 2025 for Young African Women. If you're passionate about driving change, ready to lead, and eager to grow personally and professionally, this opportunity is for you!
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Africa Epidemic Services (AES) Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2025
Holcim is pleased to partner once again with One Young World to offer the Holcim Scholarship, this year focusing on broadening the conversation around Al and its uses in promoting sustainability and urban resilience. The programme will enable an interdisciplinary cohort of five young leaders to participate in the upcoming One Young World Summit 2025 in Munich as part of Holcim's global delegation.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2025
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
Applications are currently open for the Sony Women in Technology Award with Nature 2026. By spotlighting their achievements, Sony hope to inspire and empower the next generation of women in technology.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2025
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
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.