Chapter V · Africa
Study abroad inGhana
Ghana is an English-speaking, welcoming country where the University of Ghana in Accra hosts many visiting students in African studies, public health and development.
- Capital
- Accra
- Languages
- English
- Currency
- Ghanaian cedi (GHS)
- Academic year
- August to May, in two semesters
- Student visa
- Student visa or permit
- Programmes
- 13
- Universities
- 30
Programmes in Ghana
Legon · 10 programmes · City guide
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Accra · 2 programmes
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· ★ 4.9 (9 reviews)USACvia Go Overseas
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· ★ 4.7 (6 reviews)NYU Global Programsvia Go Overseas
Across Ghana and multi-city
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SIT Study Abroadvia Go Overseas
Cities
Universities in Ghana
Selected institutions that take international or exchange students. 30 institutions in total, all listed in our Ghana university directory.
Questions about studying in Ghana
How many study abroad programmes are there in Ghana?
StudiesForeign currently lists 13 programmes in Ghana from 4 providers, in cities including Legon and Accra. Each listing links to the organisation that runs it, where you can check dates, prices and how to apply.
What visa do I need to study in Ghana?
Most international students staying for a semester or longer need a student visa or permit. Requirements depend on your nationality and the length of your course, and EU or EEA citizens may have different rules in Europe. Check with the host institution and the nearest embassy before you apply.
When does the academic year start in Ghana?
The university year in Ghana usually runs august to May, in two semesters. Provider programmes and summer schools follow their own calendars, so check each programme’s dates.
Which cities in Ghana have the most study abroad programmes?
Legon (10) and Accra (2), based on the programmes listed on StudiesForeign.
How many universities are there in Ghana?
Our directory lists 30 universities and higher-education institutions in Ghana, with links to their official websites.