Quick Summary
Public in Kumasi, Ghana β Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, est. 1951. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 85000 students including 3% from outside Ghana. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Pharmacy, Agriculture, it maintains an acceptance rate of 38.5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
The leading science and technology institution in West Africa with a strong emphasis on practical research and industrial innovation.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringPharmacyAgricultureCivil EngineeringArchitecture
Founded1951
TypePublic
Total Students85000
Intl Students3%
Faculty Ratio28
CampusUrban/Residential
Campus Size2500 acres
Affiliated HospitalsKomfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, KNUST Hospital
AccreditationGhana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201β1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Diploma, Certificate
Programs
Available across all 6 colleges: Agriculture, Art and Built Environment, Humanities, Engineering, Health Sciences, and Science
PhD Programs
Available via Institute of Distance Learning (IDL)
Online Programs
Africa Center of Excellence in Water and Environmental Sanitation (RWESCK), The Energy Center, Bureau of Integrated Research and Development (BIRD)
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 Rate38.5%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline Β· July 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline Β· November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Apply early, ensure WASSCE/SSSCE grades for core subjects (Math, English, Science) are between A1-C6, and have all transcripts ready for the online portal.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Ghanaian Cedi
UG Tuition
GHβ΅8,500/yr
per year Β· GHS
Living Cost
GHβ΅25,000/yr
per year Β· GHS
PG Tuition
GHβ΅12,000/yr
per year Β· GHS
Application Fee
$100
one time Β· USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
GHβ΅33,850/yr
tuition + living + essentials Β· GHS
Scholarships AvailableMasterCard Foundation Scholars Program, KNUST Bursary, GETFund, Tullow Group Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$3,000
Financial AidYes, through the Students Financial Services office
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Diploma, Certificate programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MBChB Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Electrical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,500
Average Salary After Graduation
72%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory industrial attachment for most engineering and science programs
Industry Connections
Tullow OilGold Fields GhanaAngloGold AshantiVodafone GhanaMicrosoftGoogle
Notable Alumni
Kofi Annan (Former UN Secretary-General - attendee), Samira Bawumia, Aliu Mahama
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes, 6 traditional halls and numerous private hostels
Sports Facilities
Paa Joe Stadium, Olympic-sized swimming pool, Tennis courts, Basketball courts
Student Clubs
KNUST SRC, Engineering Students Association, Enactus, AIESEC, Debate Society
Library Resources
KNUST Main Library (Prempeh II Library) and 6 specialized college libraries
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with Purdue University, University of Utah, and various Erasmus+ partners
Summer Programs
Limited availability