If you’re uncertain about which university to apply to in Ghana after completing your senior high school education, you’re not alone. Ghana offers a wide range of public universities, both private and public, that provide high-quality education. However, applying to a public university can be challenging, particularly if you haven’t decided on a specific career path.
Public universities in Ghana have stringent grade requirements and competitive cutoff points, making it difficult for applicants to secure their desired program or school.
In this post, I will introduce you to the top five public universities in Ghana. This list is based on the preferences of many students seeking admission to public universities in the country.
What are the top 5 universities in Ghana?
Below are the top 5 public universities in Ghana
- Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science And Technology (KNUST)
- University Of Ghana, Legon
- University Of Development Studies (UDS)
- University Of Professional Studies (UPSA)
- University Of Cape Coast (UCC)
1. University of Cape Coast, UCC
University of Cape Coast, UCC is a public university which is located in Cape Coast in the Central Region of Ghana. UCC offers 210 programmes of study which are carefully curated to equip students for the local and global job market.
Does University of Cape Coast- UCC have halls?
Yes, UCC has 6 different halls and each student is affiliated with one.
Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science And Technology (KNUST)
KNUST is a leading public university in Ghana offering science and technology education. The university is located in Kumasi, in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. KNUST offers undergraduate, masters, postgraduate and doctorate programmes.
The University of Ghana, Legon (UG)
Ghana’s premier university, the University of Ghana, Legon is located in Legon, a prime zone in Accra, surrounded by the city’s main shopping mall, airport and well-organised neighbourhoods.
UG offers undergraduate, masters, postgraduate and doctorate programmes.
University Of Development Studies (UDS)
The University of Development Studies (UDS) is a public university established to accelerate the development of the then 3 northern regions of Ghana. The university offers certificate, diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate, and masters programmes.
University of Professional Studies, Accra
University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) is a public university which offers both academic and professional programmes. The university offers diploma, distance learning, professional, undergraduate, and postgraduate programmes.
How much does a hostel cost in public universities in Ghana?
Hostel facilities in public universities in Ghana cost an average of GHC1,000 to GHC 10,000, these facilities are mostly 2 in a room or 4 in a room. You can also pay for 2 and stay in as 1 in a room as you desire.Â
Can I apply to a public university in Ghana as a foreign student?
Yes, you can apply to a Ghanaian public university as a foreign student. You will be required to prove your English proficiency if you are applying from a non-English-speaking country.
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Do foreign students pay the same fees as Ghanaians in public universities in Ghana?
No, foreign students pay different fees which are mostly high and billed in USD as Ghanaian students pay less and are mostly subsidised with billing in GHC.
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