University of Ghana Scholarships for Undergraduates

You would agree with me that attending university is expensive, which is why the University of Ghana offers scholarships to deserving undergraduates.

From the beginning of the second semester, the University of Ghana will accept applications from students enrolled in an undergraduate program at the university for the 2022 (January/February) academic year.

Please download and submit the completed form along with supporting papers to the Students Financial Aid Office (SFAO) before the deadline listed below to gain access to it.

Please note that this grant is only available to Ghanaian students enrolled at the university.

About University of Ghana

The University of Ghana is Ghana’s most prestigious and largest university. It was established by Ordinance on August 11, 1948, as the University College of the Gold Coast, with the mission of delivering and promoting university education, learning, and research.

The University has launched a new Strategic Plan in order to differentiate itself in the field of research and make an influence on a national and international level.

This new strategic plan (2014-2024) aims to build on the accomplishments obtained from the University’s purpose and practices review and place them in the context of a very dynamic higher education environment in Ghana and beyond.

What You Need To Know Before Applying To Study In Ghana

In Ghana, education is an important part of life, and the government is working hard to boost its literacy rate and build its economy. The adult literacy rate in this city is around 71%. Males are more likely than girls to have received an education. In terms of higher education options, the country offers a wide range of options to students.

In the country, there are 21 public training institutions, the majority of which provide specialized education for students who require one to three years of schooling. There are 18 technical institutions in the area, with two of them offering diplomas. Six institutions, as well as a variety of private programs, are located in the country. The following is a list of publicly funded universities in the country:

  • The University of Ghana
  • University of Cape Coast
  • University of Education
  • The University of Mines and Technology
  • Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
  • University for Develop Studies

On the other hand, there are also private universities in Ghana:

  • Ghana Telecom University Colleges
  • Central University College
  • Ashesi University College
  • Methodist University College of Ghana
  • Regent University College of Science and Technology
  • Valley View University

The University of Ghana is the country’s oldest private and public university, having been founded in 1948, well before the country’s independence. The educational goals of these schools are highly diverse. A large number of students major in business, social sciences, or medicine. Technology-based education, the arts, and the humanities, on the other hand, are in high demand. Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, which has become a top school in this part of Africa, is perhaps the most well-known institution in the region.

How To Apply For Student Visas In Ghana

The University of Ghana is the country’s oldest private and public university, having been founded in 1948, well before the country’s independence. The educational goals of these schools are highly diverse. A large number of students major in business, social sciences, or medicine. Technology-based education, the arts, and the humanities, on the other hand, are in high demand. Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, which has become a top school in this part of Africa, is perhaps the most well-known institution in the region.

University of Ghana Scholarships for Undergraduates 2022

It’s critical that your student financial assistance eligibility be based on accurate information. Together, we can ensure that the correct students receive financial aid and that the University of Ghana Students Financial Aid program maintains its integrity.

Any form of misrepresentation will declare an application null and void. Any rewards made as a result of a misrepresentation must be revoked or returned by the applicant, and he or she may possibly face criminal charges.

The SFAO requires that you submit a completed application form along with all supporting paperwork. It’s critical that you answer all of the questions on the form that apply to you completely. It’s possible that you’ll be asked for more information.

Level/Field of study:

The scholarships are available for pursuing the undergraduate programme in any field of study at the University.

Host Nationality:

The scholarship is hosted by the University of Ghana, Legon, Ghana. If you are an international student and you wish to study in the UK, this is for your Complete Guide to Getting A UK Tier 4 Student Visa For International Students.

Eligible Nationality:

The scholarship is open to indigenous students from Ghana.

Scholarship Benefits:

Full and partial tuition fee waivers, fee agreements, and on-campus work-study or part-time job options for students are among the benefits available.

Undergraduate Scholarships Ghana Eligibility:

The following criteria must be met in order for applicants to be eligible for the scholarship:

  1. Be a Ghanaian citizen
  2. Be enrolled as a regular student in a full-time program of study
  3. You must be able to demonstrate financial need
  4. Be brilliant
  5. Be making excellent academic progress as determined by the University.

How To Apply For UG Undergraduate Scholarships

You must read the eligibility page, download the appropriate form, and send a completed application form to the University of Ghana Students Financial Aid Office with all supporting evidence (SFAO).

It’s critical that you answer all of the questions on the form that apply to you completely. If any revisions are required or if any information or response on your application is unclear, you may be asked for additional information.

The next phase is an interview with the applicants who have been shortlisted. You will receive formal notification explaining the type of financial aid you have been given if your application is successful. The prize will be credited to your University of Ghana student account.

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

The following are the documents that can be used to support the application:

  • An official pay slip or payroll record of parents/guardians or the applicant.
  • Recent school receipts/bills of siblings of school going age.
  • Tax return receipts– IRS, VAT, tabletop hawking receipts, etc.
  • Birth Certificates (of siblings).
  • Death Certificate or Burial permit (in case of death of a parent).
  • Pension letter for retired parents/guardians.
  • Bank Statements/Ghana Cocoa Board Farmers Association Passbook.
  • SSNIT contribution statements.
  • Money transfer receipts.
  • National Health Insurance receipts (showing premium paid).
  • Evidence of other dependants of parents/guardians.
    Any other supporting documents that you believe will assist in the processing, of your application.

If you are applying for UG Sponsorship for the first time or was unsuccessful with your previous application please download and use SFAO FORM I  (New applicants)

If you have previously been awarded UG Sponsorship 2019 or an earlier one from SFAO, then please download and use SFAO FORM II  (Renewal).

If you have any questions you may call the Students Financial Aid Office on 0302-945312/0205-186904 or send an email to finaid@ug.edu.gh. You may also walk-in during working hours to make inquiries.

You can begin the application and get more details by clicking the Scholarship Link

Application Deadline:

The deadline February 22, annually.

Akwaowo Akpan
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