Founded in 1965, University of Professional Studies, Accra is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Accra (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Greater Accra. Officially recognized by the National Accreditation Board, Ghana (National Accreditation Board of Ghana), University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Ghanaian higher education institution. University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 57 years old Ghanaian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Ghanaian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UPSA 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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Name | University of Professional Studies, Accra |
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Acronym | UPSA |
Founded | 1965 |
Motto | Scholarship with Professionalism |
Colours | Blue and gold |
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Address | East legon; PO Box LG 149 Accra Greater Accra Ghana |
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Tel | +233 (303) 500 171 |
Fax | +233 (302) 501 174 |
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Local students |
1,000-2,500 US$ (750-1,800 Euro) |
2,500-5,000 US$ (1,800-3,700 Euro) |
International students |
2,500-5,000 US$ (1,800-3,700 Euro) |
10,000-12,500 US$ (7,400-9,200 Euro) |
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Gender | Men and Women (coed) |
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International Students | Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission |
Selection Type | Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades |
Admission Rate | 60-70% |
Admission Office | Room 7, North Wing Central Administration Block, UPSA-East Legon Accra (303) 937 544 |
Student Enrollment | 10,000-14,999 |
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Academic Staff | 200-299 |
Control Type | Public |
Entity Type | Non-Profit |
Academic Calendar | Semesters |
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Campus Setting | Urban |
Religious Affiliation | None |
Study Abroad | Yes |
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Distance Learning | Yes |
Academic Counseling | Yes |
Career Services | Not reported |
Institutional Hospital | Not reported |
National Accreditation Board, Ghana
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