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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 open for the Kluz Prize for PeaceTech 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2025
This Fellowship is aimed at mid-career journalists and filmmakers from the global south. Working in film, print, audio, photography or multimedia, the fellows seeks to develop their existing career reporting in the global south, raising awareness and breaking down prejudices with integrity and creativity.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 International Press Institute (IPI) Local News Accelerator. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the Call for Youth Delegation to the World Forum for Democracy. The World Forum for Democracy is a unique platform for political decision-makers and activists to debate solutions to key challenges for democracies worldwide. The theme of the 2025 edition of the World Forum for Democracy is “Democracy at risk: how can we revive it?”
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2025
Are you passionate about making West Africa safer? Are you determined to help achieve democracies that deliver and governments that are accountable and respectful of all their citizens? Join the ISS Junior Fellowship Programme – where hard-working young West Africans develop the skills to drive meaningful change and launch their careers in the policy field.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2026 African Leadership Academy. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the Africa Ecosystem Catalysts Facility (AECF). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2025
Nominations are open for the GEMS Education Global Teacher Prize 2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it or nominate an individual for it.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2025
The Global Heat Health Information Network (GHHIN), in partnership with Internews' Earth Journalism Network (EJN), is launching a global photography competition to showcase the real impacts of extreme heat, and the ways communities around the world are responding to it.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the EJN Deep Dive Fellowship 2025 for Journalists and Content Creators in the Pacific. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the Gen F Entrepreneur in Residence Studio. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the European Heritage Awards/Europa Nostra Awards 2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2025
The call for applications for the 2nd cohort of the Enrico Fermi Fellowships is now open! Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the European Commission Blue Book Traineeship Programme 2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the SVRI Forum Young Professionals Programme 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jul, 2025
Applications are open to join the Grand Challenges Canada Investment Committee 2025. The Grand Challenges Canada (GCC), one of the largest impact-first investors in the world, is currently searching for outstanding candidates to join its Investment Committee.
Date Posted: 16 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the Politecnico di Milano Master in Science Diplomacy & Innovation for Sustainable Development 2025. Apply now!
Date Posted: 16 Jul, 2025
The AU/CIEFFA is calling for submission of articles on Girls and Women's Education. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jul, 2025
The Lab for Ethics, Policy and Scaling of AI (LEPSAI), of the African Center for Technology Studies (ACTS) invites eligible Al innovators to express their interest in participating in the Al4D Innovation scaling challenge.
Date Posted: 16 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the Africa Institute Senior & Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Jul, 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.