Study in Ghana

Ghana is a West African country located along the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic Ocean. Ghana is slowly becoming a study abroad go-to country because of its diversity in terms of culture, style, and education.

Ghana offers a lot to delight your curiosity especially if you are an adventurous student. Once ranked as Africa’s most peaceful country by the Global Peace Index, Ghana offers the most serene environment for international students.

Ghana has a lot to offer in terms of education, with an estimated literacy rate of around 81% for males and 71 % for females age 15 and above.

Several universities are offering a wide selection of programs to choose from. Universities include the University of Ghana, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, University of Cape Coast, University of Mines and Technology, and the University of Education Winneba to mention but a few.

There is great evidence of the diversity of programs offered in Ghana. Choose your area of study, from accounting to Actuarial Sciences, Agribusiness, Animal Science, Archaeology, Architecture, Biology, Chemistry, Information and Communication Technology, Teaching, Nursing, Music, Law, Economics, and others.

Though there are many languages spoken in Ghana, 50 indigenous languages to be precise, English is the main language of instruction in Ghana. As an international student, you can indulge yourself in a gourmet of indigenous languages to learn and enhance your stay in Ghana.

Courses in Ghana mostly take 4-6 years to complete, for full time and part-time study respectively. Students have an option to do full-time education or to learn part-time while they work on the side to earn some money to assist with tuition and other needs.

Ghana’s expenditure on Education has been high thus showing the Government’s efforts to advance education.

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About Ghana

Ghana is a country located in West Africa on the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic Ocean. It is bordered by the Ivory Coast (Cote D'Ivoire), Burkina Faso, and Togo.

It is a colorful and vibrant tropical country with a population of more than 28 million people and a population density of 304 per square meter. The capital city of Ghana is Accra. It is formerly known as the Gold Coast and is the first African nation to gain independence from the British in 1957.

Ghana is about 238 533km2 in area. Major religions in Ghana include Christianity, Indigenous belief, and Islam and major languages include Akan, English, and Ewe.

The currency used in Ghana is the Ghanaian Cedi which comes from the seashells that were once used as a currency in Ghanaian trade.

Ghana is well known for its diverse wildlife, native shrines, historical forts, and secluded beaches, colonial buildings, and castles. On the sports scene, Ghana is well known as one of the best nations in Africa and the World for its footballing prowess.

It is a formidable force on the continent and has also advanced to the quarter-finals of the World Cup. Ghanaians love soccer.

Ghana is one of the leading producers of Cocoa beans after the Ivory Coast. A surprising fact about Ghana is that it is an English speaking country surrounded by mainly Francophone based countries and this makes it stand out or be distinct among its neighbors.

Akan and Ewe are the second and third most spoken languages respectively. Most Ghanaians speak about two or three languages in addition to English which is the language of instruction and widely used for business transactions.

Ghana is made up of many ethnic groups of which the main groups are the Akan taking up about 47.5% of the population, the Mole Dagbon with 16.6%, and the Ewe with 13.7%. Other groups include the Ga Dagme with 7.4%, Gurma with 5.7%, the Guang with 3.7%, the Gurusi with 2.5%, the Nkonkomba people with 3.5%, and the Kussasi with 1.2%. There are currently some European minorities in Ghana.

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Ghana was the first country to gain independence in 1957 from the British

The name for Ghanaian currency, the Cedi was derived from sea snail shells that were once used as money Ghanaian trade. Lake Volta in Ghana is the largest man-made lake in the world and covers about 3.6% of Ghana’s total area.

Kofi Anna is one of the famous people in the world, having served as the Secretary-General of the United Nation from 1997 to 2006. The name Ghana means warrior king.

Must see places in Ghana.

Kumasi-this is Ghana's second-largest city and is bustling with creativity. For all your artistic designs, sculptures, ornaments, trinkets, and the famous Kente cloth, then Kumasi is the best place for you.

It is the capital of the old Ashanti kingdom and the Ashanti people are marvelous artists.

Cape coast castle-this is one of Ghana’s old forts and is quite a sight to behold. It is a great and beautiful site for those who want to get in touch with years of Ghanaian colonial history.

Kakum National Park-this is a dense, lush, green forest located in the South of Ghana. It is home to more than 40 species of animals and over 250species of birds. Tourists enjoy the Canopy Walkway which is 30 metres above ground and crosses several bridges.

Mole National Park-it is Ghana's largest wildlife park with diverse species of animals including antelopes, elephants, leopards, and lions.

About Ghana's Economy

Ghana s a lower-middle-income country with an economic freedom score of 59.4 and is the 104th country in terms of economic freedom. The total value of exports and imports in Ghana is equal to about 73% of the total GDP. Ghana has a mixture of public and private enterprises.

The currency used in Ghana is the Ghanaian Cedi. The contribution to the Gross domestic product as of 2019 was at $67.077 billion and according to trading Economics, it is expected to grow to about $50 billion in 2020 and $58 billion in 2021.

GDP per capita was at $2223 as of 2019. A growth of 6.1% was attained as of 2019. Contribution to GDP by sector has Agriculture contributing 18.3%, Industry 24%, and Services with the lion’s share of 57.2%. Inflation as of 2020 is at 9.7% maintaining a single-digit value.

Exports value in Ghana was estimated at $13.84 billion. The major export goods in Ghana are gold, cocoa, oil, timber, bauxite, aluminum, manganese ore, diamonds, horticultural products, and tuna.

Its main export partners by contribution are India with 23.8%, the United Arab Emirates with 13.4%, China with 10.8%, Switzerland with 10.1%, Vietnam with 5.2%, and Burkina Faso with 4% of exports.

The value of imports was estimated at $12.65 Billion. Ghana’s main imports include capital equipment, foodstuffs, and petroleum. Its main import partners are China with 16.8%, The United Kingdom 6.2%, Belgium 5.9%, The United States 8%, and India with 4.%.

Ghana is one of the richest countries when it comes to resources. It is the second-largest producer of cocoa after Ivory Coast and the second largest Gold producer after South Africa. Ghana is also rich in Oil, bauxite, diamonds, and manganese.

These are mined and exported to other countries to raise or increase foreign currency reserves.

Ghana’s main industries are mining, lumber, aluminum smelting, manufacturing, cement mining and processing, small commercial shipbuilding, textiles production, processing of wood and metal products, chemicals and pharmaceuticals, and petroleum to name but a few.

Industrial production is rising gradually in Ghana at about 7.8% which has landed Ghana as the 38th fastest growing in industrial production worldwide.

Why Study in Ghana

Affordable Tuition Fees in Ghana
Cost of Living
Cost of living index is about 49% lower than in the United States of America before taking rent into account. The cost of a one bedroomed apartment per month outside the city centre is at a minimum of about GHS 837 and the minimum in the city centre is about GHS 4047. Food and grocery prices are relatively low as well especially if students pool their money and buy together.
Affordable Accomodation in Ghana
Diversity of Programs
Ghanaian universities offer a wide range of programs leading to internationally recognised universities. Programs include Accounting, Agricultural Administration, Population Studies, Nuclear Engineering, Actuarial Sciences, Agribusiness, Animal Science, Archaeology, Architecture, Biology, Chemistry, Information, and Communication Technology, Teaching, Nursing, Music, Law, Economics, and others.
International Environment in Ghana
Transport
Getting around in Ghana is quite hustle-free with a wide range of always available options to choose from. The different modes of transport in Ghana include rail transport, buses, rental cars, and tro-tros which are informal minibus taxes. These are not so costly and costs vary depending on distance and the mode of transport used..
Great Weather in Ghana
Tuition Fees
Tuition is relatively reasonable and may depend on the course or program chosen. Tuition fees may range from around GHS20000 and GHS 70 000 per year across all levels from undergraduate to postgraduate. Students can also get a scholarship that assists with their tuition.

Scholarships in Ghana

There are various Government, University, and private scholarships that assist students to study abroad in Ghana.

The list of scholarship range from fully funded to limited support or tuition fee waiver and we are committed to helping students acquire them!!

There are a number of scholarships available to Ghana scholars to study abroad and in their home country.

Because of these funding the country has experienced a rapid expansion in its higher education system.

Ghana Student Visa

Students are encouraged to visit the Ghanaian embassy or apply online before the can travel to Ghana or obtain one at the port of entry on arrival. It is also important to obtain all the necessary information or keep abreast of any changes before they travel.

Minors and children under the age of 18 must-have parental authorization, parent’s passports, and residence permits.

Application for Ghanaian Visa is seamless and mostly takes 7 working days upon application for submission or upon arrival which is usually valid for 14 days. Visa to Ghana can cost an official amount of up to $150 per individual.