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University of Ghana

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Overview

Established in 1948, the University of Ghana is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Legon (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Greater Accra. This institution also has a branch campus in Korle-Bu and Accra City. Officially recognized by the National Accreditation Board, Ghana, University of Ghana (UG) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: over-50,000 students) coeducational Ghanaian higher education institution. University of Ghana (UG) 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 76-year-old Ghanaian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this Ghanaian higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UG 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.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Ghana's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Ghana's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Ghana' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

University of Ghana's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym UG
Founded 1948
Motto Integri Procedamus
Proceed with Integrity
Colours Blue and gold
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address PO Box LG25
Legon
00233 Greater Accra
Ghana
University of Ghana's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Ghana Phone Number +233 (21) 500 381
University of Ghana Fax Number +233 (21) 500 263
Other locations Korle-Bu and Accra City

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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 University of Ghana'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 University of Ghana's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

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 University of Ghana'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 University of Ghana.

University of Ghana: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 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 University of Ghana's admission information.

University of Ghana's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Ghana's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Ghana's acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this institution a very selective higher education institution.


University of Ghana's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

University of Ghana has more than 500 international students.

University of Ghana's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box LG25
Legon
(302) 514 552


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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 University of Ghana.

University of Ghana's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Ghana has an enrollment range of over-50,000 students making it a very large-sized institution.


University of Ghana's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,500-1,999 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Ghana's Control Type Control Type

University of Ghana is a public higher education institution.


University of Ghana's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Ghana is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Ghana's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


University of Ghana's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Ghana 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 University of Ghana's main facilities:


University of Ghana's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Ghana's Library


University of Ghana's Housing University Housing

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


University of Ghana'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 University of Ghana's main services:


University of Ghana'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.

University of Ghana's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

University of Ghana's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


University of Ghana's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of Ghana'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.


University of Ghana's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1948


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • International Association of Universities (IAU)
  • League of World Universities (LWU)
  • Council for International Educational Exchange (CIEE)
  • International Student Exchange Program (ISEP)

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 University of Ghana '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 University of Ghana's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of Ghana's Facebook page University of Ghana's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of Ghana's X (formerly Twitter) page University of Ghana's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of Ghana's YouTube channel University of Ghana's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of Ghana's Instagram page University of Ghana's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Ghana's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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