The University of Ghana (UG), Legon, is the premier and largest university in Ghana, attracting thousands of applicants every year from Ghana and across the world. To secure admission, applicants must meet specific requirements depending on their level of study (undergraduate, postgraduate, or international). Below is a breakdown of the key requirements.
1. Undergraduate Admission Requirements
a. WASSCE/SSSCE Holders
Applicants must have:
•Core Subjects: At least passes (A1–C6 for WASSCE, A–D for SSSCE) in:
•English Language
•Mathematics
•Integrated Science
•Social Studies
•Elective Subjects: At least three relevant electives with grades not below C6 (WASSCE) or D (SSSCE).
The aggregate cut-off point for most programs is 24 or better (WASSCE). However, competitive courses like Medicine, Law, Pharmacy, Nursing, and Business Administration require much lower aggregates (8–12).
b. Mature Applicants
•Must be at least 25 years old by the time of application.
•Must provide proof of age (birth certificate, baptismal certificate, etc.).
•Required to sit for a special entrance examination and/or interview in relevant subjects.
c. International Applicants
•Must have qualifications equivalent to WASSCE/SSSCE.
•May be required to provide SAT, IGCSE, GCE A-Level, or IB results.
•Must demonstrate English proficiency if their previous education was not in English.
2. Postgraduate Admission Requirements
a. Master’s Programmes
•A good Bachelor’s degree (at least Second Class Lower Division) from a recognized university.
•Relevant work experience (for some programs like MBA, MPA, etc.).
•Transcripts and references from previous institutions.
b. PhD Programmes
•A relevant Master’s degree with strong academic performance.
•Research proposal in the intended area of study.
•May be required to attend an interview or entrance examination.
3. Professional and Special Programmes
Some programmes (e.g., Medicine, Dentistry, Law, Pharmacy) have additional requirements such as:
•Entrance examinations or interviews.
•Higher cut-off points due to competitiveness.
4. General Requirements
•Application E-voucher purchased from designated banks or online platforms.
•Completed online application form submitted before the deadline.
•Scanned copies of certificates, transcripts, passport-sized photo.
•Payment of required application fees.
Pro Tip: Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission—competitive courses are highly selective, so strong grades give you a better chance.
