🎓 Top 10 Scholarships for Ghanaian University Students (2025–2026)

Are you a Ghanaian student dreaming of pursuing a university education but worried about the cost? Whether you're currently in university or about to enter, there are many scholarships available for the 2025–2026 academic year to support your dreams.

At Exonic Academy, we believe access to quality education should not be limited by financial barriers. That’s why we've gathered this list of the top 10 scholarships for Ghanaian students, covering both local and international opportunities.

1. Ghana Scholarship Secretariat (Local Tertiary Awards)

The Ghana Scholarship Secretariat provides financial assistance to brilliant but needy students in public tertiary institutions across Ghana.

• Coverage: Tuition fees, academic materials, accommodation
  
  

• Eligibility: Ghanaian citizen, currently enrolled in a public university/polytechnic, and able to demonstrate financial need and academic performance
  
  

• Deadline: April – June 2025
  
  

• Apply here: Ghana Scholarship Secretariat Portal
  
  

2. GETFund Scholarship (Local & Foreign)

The Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) supports both local and international postgraduate students, and occasionally undergraduates.

• Coverage: Tuition, books, living stipends
  
  

• Eligibility: Ghanaian students with strong academic backgrounds and need
  
  

• Deadline: Jan–Mar (local), May–Jul (foreign)
  
  

• Apply here: GETFund Portal
  
  

3. GNPC Foundation Scholarship

Offered by the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation, this scholarship supports undergraduate and postgraduate students in STEM and other priority areas.

• Coverage: Tuition, accommodation, learning materials
  
  

• Eligibility: Ghanaian students with proven need and good grades
  
  

• Deadline: Sep – Nov 2025
  
  

• Apply here: GNPC Scholarship Portal
  
  

4. MTN Bright Scholarship

MTN Ghana Foundation provides fully funded scholarships to hardworking and needy students in public tertiary institutions.

• Coverage: Full tuition, accommodation, books, and monthly stipend
  
  

• Eligibility: Excellent academic results and financial need
  
  

• Deadline: April – July 2025
  
  

• Apply here: MTN Bright Scholarship
  
  

5. Tullow Oil Ghana Scholarship Scheme

This scholarship supports Ghanaian students pursuing degrees in STEM-related fields. Some cycles fund international postgraduate study.

• Coverage: Tuition, accommodation, living expenses, and travel (if abroad)
  
  

• Eligibility: Must be studying STEM and have good academic performance
  
  

• Deadline: Announced on portal
  
  

• More info: Tullow Scholarship Details
  
  

6. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program (UG, KNUST, Ashesi)

This globally recognized program offers full scholarships to students who demonstrate leadership potential and financial need.

• Coverage: Tuition, accommodation, stipends, health insurance, leadership development
  
  

• Eligibility: Ghanaian and other African students
  
  

• Deadline: March – July 2025
  
  

• Apply at:
  
  

  • UG: Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
    
    

  • KNUST: MCFSP Page
    
    

  • Ashesi: MCF Scholarship
    
    

7. Ashesi University Scholarships

Ashesi University offers both full and partial scholarships based on merit and financial need.

• Coverage: Tuition (partial/full), meals, books, accommodation
  
  

• Eligibility: Ghanaian or African students with leadership qualities and academic excellence
  
  

• Deadline: Rolling, for 2025–2026 intake
  
  

• Apply here: Ashesi Scholarships
  
  

8. University of Ghana Scholarships

The University of Ghana offers merit-based and need-based aid to continuing students and sometimes incoming freshers.

• Coverage: Partial or full tuition
  
  

• Eligibility: Must be a current UG student, demonstrate financial need and satisfactory performance
  
  

• Deadline: February – March 2025
  
  

• Apply here: UG Financial Aid Office
  
  

9. DAAD Scholarships (Germany)

Offered by the German government, this prestigious scholarship supports Ghanaian students pursuing postgraduate degrees in Germany.

• Coverage: Full tuition, monthly stipend, travel, health insurance
  
  

• Eligibility: Ghanaian graduates with a bachelor’s degree and good grades
  
  

• Deadline: September – November (depending on program)
  
  

• Apply here: DAAD Scholarship Database
  
  

10. Commonwealth Scholarships (UK)

These scholarships support Master’s and PhD students from developing Commonwealth countries, including Ghana.

• Coverage: Tuition, living expenses, flight tickets, visa fees
  
  

• Eligibility: Ghanaian citizens with strong academic records and a development-related study plan
  
  

• Deadline: Usually open between September – December
  
  

• Apply here: Commonwealth Scholarship Portal
  
  

🎯 Tips to Increase Your Chances of Winning a Scholarship:

• Start early and track deadlines
  
  

• Gather strong documents: transcripts, recommendation letters, essays
  
  

• Focus on leadership, impact, and academic performance
  
  

• Use one or more platforms to track multiple applications
  
  

✨ Final Thoughts

Education opens doors — but scholarships unlock those doors for students who need support. At Exonic Academy, we are committed to helping young Ghanaians access quality learning and real opportunities.

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