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Ghana Communication Technology University

country rank  13
world rank  8677

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Overview

Founded in 2006, the Ghana Communication Technology University is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Accra North (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Greater Accra. This institution also has branch campuses in Kumasi, Takoradi, Koforidua and Ho. Officially recognized by the National Accreditation Board, Ghana, Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Ghanaian higher education institution. Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 18-year-old Ghanaian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Ghanaian higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. GCTU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Ghana Communication Technology University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Ghana Communication Technology University's Entity Typenot reported

Size

Ghana Communication Technology University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Ghana Communication Technology University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym GCTU
Founded 2006
Motto Knowledge comes from learning
Colours Blue, gold, white and cream
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official Ghana Communication Technology University general video presentation.

University Location

Address Private Mailbox 100
Accra North
Greater Accra
Ghana
Ghana Communication Technology University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Ghana Communication Technology University Phone Number +233 501579732
Ghana Communication Technology University Fax Number +233
Other locations Kumasi, Takoradi, Koforidua and Ho

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Ghana Communication Technology University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Ghana Communication Technology University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Ghana Communication Technology University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Ghana Communication Technology University.

Ghana Communication Technology University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Ghana Communication Technology University's admission information.

Ghana Communication Technology University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Ghana Communication Technology University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Ghana Communication Technology University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Ghana Communication Technology University's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Ghana Communication Technology University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Ghana Communication Technology University's Admission Office Admission Office

PMB 100 Accra North, Tesano
Accra
303 940 446


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Ghana Communication Technology University.

Ghana Communication Technology University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Ghana Communication Technology University has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Ghana Communication Technology University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Not reported


Ghana Communication Technology University's Control Type Control Type

Ghana Communication Technology University is a private higher education institution.


Ghana Communication Technology University's Entity Type Entity Type

Not reported


Ghana Communication Technology University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Ghana Communication Technology University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Ghana Communication Technology University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Ghana Communication Technology University's main facilities:


Ghana Communication Technology University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


Ghana Communication Technology University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Ghana Communication Technology University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Ghana Communication Technology University's main services:


Ghana Communication Technology University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Ghana Communication Technology University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Ghana Communication Technology University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Ghana Communication Technology University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Ghana Communication Technology University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Ghana Communication Technology University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Ghana Communication Technology University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: National Accreditation Board, Ghana

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2006


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Ghana Communication Technology University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Kwame Nkrumah university of Science and Technology (KNUST)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Ghana Communication Technology University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Ghana Communication Technology University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Ghana Communication Technology University's Facebook page Ghana Communication Technology University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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