University of Ghana

Established in 1948, 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 branch campuses in the following locations: Korle-Bu, Accra City. Officially recognized by the National Accreditation Board, Ghana (National Accreditation Board of Ghana), University of Ghana (UG) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 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 degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 72 years old Ghanaian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 30-40% 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.