Quick Summary
Public in Accra, Ghana — University of Ghana, est. 1948. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 61250 students including 2.1% from outside Ghana. Known for strengths in Development Studies, Medicine, Agriculture, it maintains an acceptance rate of 38%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
The oldest and largest university in Ghana, offering a prestigious pedigree and strong continental research leadership.
Subject Strengths
Development StudiesMedicineAgricultureSocial SciencesPublic Health
Founded1948
TypePublic
Total Students61250
Intl Students2.1%
Faculty Ratio28:1
CampusResidential/Main Campus
Campus Size3000 acres
Affiliated HospitalsKorle-Bu Teaching Hospital,University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC)
AccreditationGhana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelors,Masters,PhD,Postgraduate Diplomas,Professional Certificates
Programs
PhD in Development Studies,PhD in Public Health,PhD in Nuclear Science,PhD in Statistics
PhD Programs
Distance Learning Education in Humanities,Executive Master of Business Administration (Hybrid)
Online Programs
Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER),Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR),West Africa Centre for Crop Improvement (WACCI)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate38%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3.0/4.0
GRERequired for specific graduate programs
GMATRequired for Business School graduate programs
SAT1150
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should apply via the specific international portal and ensure West African Examination Council (WAEC) equivalency is verified early.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Ghanaian Cedi
UG Tuition
GH₵3,200/yr
per year · GHS
Living Cost
GH₵48,000/yr
per year · GHS
PG Tuition
GH₵7,500/yr
per year · GHS
Application Fee
$110
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
GH₵55,750/yr
tuition + living + essentials · GHS
Scholarships AvailableMastercard Foundation Scholars Program,UG Financial Aid Office Scholarships,Tullow Oil Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidAvailable for needy Ghanaian students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelors,Masters,PhD,Postgraduate Diplomas,Professional Certificates programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| LLB Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Public Health | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Political Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$5,000
Average Salary After Graduation
68%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong clinical and corporate internship network
Industry Connections
Partnerships with major West African banksagricultural organizationsand the African Union
Notable Alumni
Nana Akufo-Addo,John Mahama,John Atta Mills,Annie Jiagge
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University of Ghana Stadium, Legon Swimming Pool, Athletics Oval
Student Clubs
UG Debate Society, Enactus UG, University of Ghana Business School Association
Library Resources
Balme Library (Main Library), West Africa's largest library collection
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with University of California, Yale University, and Sciences Po
Summer Programs
International Summer School in African Studies