Every young Ghanaian who seeks the best institution in the country should consider this our list of best universities in Ghana, and also read the little overview about those schools, before choosing the perfect institution to apply to.
There are numerous institutions in the Western part of Africa (Ghana Precisely), but we selected the 10 best owing to their good academic performances, their standard of education, good management and others.
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What are the Best Universities in Ghana?
We listed the best universities in Ghana and also attached the school’s website links for easy access if you wish to make more inquiries on their courses, tuition fees and others.
1. University of Ghana
The popularly known University of Ghana will certainly be included among the best universities in the country because the school has gained good acknowledgement for their good performance since established in 1948.
This school is also among the oldest and largest universities in Ghana, and a well-doing institution located on the West view of Accra Legon hills and also at the Northeast of the Center of Accra, Ghana, having three Campuses namely, the Accra city campus, Korle-Bu campus, and the Legon campus.
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2. The University of Cape Coast
Having the best learning facilities and a conducive environment, the University of Cape Coast is included among the best and most well-doing universities in Ghana, with 6 (six) colleges.
Located in Cape Coast, this institution was established in 1962, and it operates on two (2) campuses, known as the Southern Campus (Old Site) and the Northern Campus (New Site).Â
3. Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)
The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology also recognized as KNUST, is another outstanding university in Ghana and all over Western Africa. This institution was established in 1951, but was opened in 1952, and has admitted over thousands of students.
KNUST is among the best science and technology schools that aims at perfecting students in science using the best and standard learning facilities, with a unique curriculum.
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4. University of Mines and Technology Tarkwa
If you seek a good technology school in Ghana, then you should opt for the University of Mines and Technology, also known as UMaT. This school has all the required facilities for quality education which got them a spot among the best universities in Ghana.
Established in 1952 as Tarkwa Technical Institute, before got changed to Tarkwa School of Mines in 1961, this school has trained many students through their standard education curriculum and kept a good reputation.
5. University for Development Studies
Located in Tamale, the Northern Region of the country, the popularly known University for Development Studies, also got a spot among the best schools in Ghana, since established in 1992.
The school has well-established campuses namely, the Nyankpala Campus located in the Northern Region, the Navrongo Campus located in the Upper East Region, the Tamale Campus located in the Northern Region, and lastly, the Wa Campus located in the Upper West Region.
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6. Ashesi University
A well-doing private institution you can apply to is the Ashesi University, established in 2002, also known to be a non-profit university located in Accra, Ghana.
This school also got a spot among the best and well-doing universities in Ghana and also among the best in Africa, offering a four (4) years bachelor’s degree program in various courses like Business Administration, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and others.
7. University of Education Winneba (UEW)
Another great university in Ghana with good discipline and great history is the University of Education Winneba, located in Winneba, Central Region of the country. This school was established in 1992 by a government ordinance.
Also known as UEW, has three (3) established campuses, namely Kumasi, Mampong, and Ajumako, with standard learning facilities and laboratories for perfect education.
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8. Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA)
Established in 1961, the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration, also known as GIMPA, is another standard and well-established public institution in the country having about four (4) campuses located in Accra, Tema, Kumasi and Takoradi.Â
It may interest you to know that this university offers bachelor’s, and master’s degree programs in law, business/public administration, development management, entrepreneurship, technology and others.
9. Ghana Technology University College (GTUC)
Ghana Technology University College, also identified as GTUC, which was formerly the well-known Ghana Telecom University College, is also included among the best universities in Ghana.
Established in 2005, this school aims at perfecting young engineers as they offer good bachelor’s and graduate programmes in Telecommunication Engineering and also in Information / Communications Technologies, having their main campus in the Tesano section of Accra.
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10. Regent University College of Science and Technology
Regent University College of Science and Technology, also known as Regent-Ghana is a well-doing private university in the country that got a spot among the best institutions in Ghana.
Established in 2003 and located in Accra, with the best learning facilities for every child who wants to do well in science and technology, this school has all the requirements for excellent education.
Frequently Asked Questions on Best Universities in Ghana
What is the best University in Ghana?
The University of Ghana is the best and oldest institution in the country.
What Factors Should Be Considered When Choosing a Good University?
To pick the most suitable university, one should consider the school’s reputation, academic performance, tuition fees, management and others.
Can I Study As An International Student in Ghana?
Yes, Ghana Universities welcome students from other parts of the country to study as they also learn and communicate in English, which is among the general languages for communication.
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ConclusionÂ
The most outstanding universities in Ghana are the University of Ghana, the University for Development Studies, the University of Mines and Technology Tarkwa, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, the University of Cape Coast, The University of Cape Coast and others.
Feel free to visit any of the school’s direct website portals using the links attached, for other personal inquiries on courses offered, tuition fees and admission rates.
