From GETFund and GNPC to Chevening, Commonwealth, and CSC China — every verified funding route for Ghanaian students, with current deadlines and direct application links.
Updated: September 2026 | Reading time: 15 min | Written by: StudyTribune Scholarships Desk
Scholarships for Ghanaian students span a wider range of programmes than most applicants realize — government-funded scholarships in Ghana, corporate bursaries from Ghanaian companies, bilateral exchange agreements with foreign governments, and fully funded international programmes from the UK, Germany, and China that actively recruit Ghanaian applicants. The challenge is not that funding doesn’t exist. The challenge is that verified, current information is scattered across official portals, social media announcements, and government notices that change every cycle.
This guide brings every verified, currently relevant pathway together in one place. Each section links directly to the official source, so you can move from reading to applying without a detour through outdated aggregator sites. If you are searching more broadly for scholarships for African students, this page is the Ghana chapter of our complete Africa Hub guide.
Table of Contents
- Ghana Scholarships Authority (GSA) — Government Programmes
- GETFund Scholarship Ghana — Local and Foreign Tracks
- GNPC Foundation Scholarship — STEM Focus
- MTN Bright Scholarship — Corporate Support
- Chevening Scholarship — UK Government
- Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships — UK
- DAAD Scholarship — Germany
- CSC Chinese Government Scholarship — China
- Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program — For African Students
- Blossom Academy AI & Data Science Fellowship — Women in Tech
- Quick Comparison Table
- How to Apply: Step-by-Step for Ghanaian Applicants
- FAQs
1. Ghana Scholarships Authority (GSA) — Government Programmes
The Ghana Scholarships Authority (GSA) is the official government body responsible for administering and regulating all government-funded scholarships for Ghanaian students, both locally and abroad. The body was long known as the Ghana Scholarship Secretariat and now operates as the Authority under the Ghana Scholarships Authority Act, 2025 (Act 1149), which Parliament passed and the President assented to on 2 December 2025. The Act mandates the transparent and equitable administration of government scholarships (Ghana Scholarships Authority Act, 2025 (Act 1149)).
The Authority traces its mandate back to 1960 and reports a national footprint of 16 regions and more than 260 district access points for applications, interviews, and selection.
What the GSA Offers:
The Authority administers several distinct scholarship categories. The Local Tertiary Scholarship is open to Ghanaian citizens who have gained admission to an accredited local tertiary institution. Applications for the 2026/2027 academic year ran earlier in 2026 with a May deadline — watch the official site for the next cycle announcement.
The Foreign Bilateral Scholarship programme manages government-to-government scholarship agreements on Ghana’s behalf. For the 2026/2027 academic year, confirmed bilateral awards include the Joint Algeria/Ghana Government Scholarship for study in Algeria and the Serbia Scholarship Programme, both open to qualified Ghanaian citizens meeting the academic requirements of their chosen programmes.
Eligibility (General):
- Ghanaian citizenship (Ghana Card or valid national ID required)
- Academic merit and/or demonstrated financial need, subject to programme-specific criteria
- An admission letter or proof of enrolment from an accredited institution
- Public and civil servants may access specific capacity-building tracks
Application Process: Applications are submitted exclusively through the official GSA online portal. The published four-step process involves creating an account, completing your profile, taking an online aptitude assessment where required for your category, and attending an interview before a panel in your selected district. GSA warns applicants explicitly: ignore agents, unofficial payment requests, and social media accounts claiming guaranteed placement.
🔗 Official source: scholarships.gov.gh
2. GETFund Scholarship Ghana — Local and Foreign Tracks
The GETFund scholarship for Ghanaians, administered by the Ghana Education Trust Fund, is one of the most significant government-backed funding programmes available to Ghanaian students, covering both domestic study and postgraduate education abroad. GETFund frames its scholarship scheme as a human capital investment designed to build Ghana’s capacity in critical national development sectors.
Foreign Track (Postgraduate):
For the 2026/2027 cycle, GETFund opened applications for its Postgraduate Foreign Scholarship Programme on 13 April 2026, with a closing date of 30 April 2026 (GETFund official announcement). This is a short window — Ghanaian students targeting the foreign track must monitor the official portal in early April each year without fail.
Coverage under the foreign track typically includes tuition fees, accommodation, and a living stipend. The specific coverage package is confirmed through the official GETFund portal at the time of application.
Eligibility for the Foreign Postgraduate Track:
- Must be a Ghanaian citizen
- Must hold an unconditional admission offer from a recognized foreign university
- Applications submitted only through the official GETFund scholarship portal
- All correspondence conducted exclusively between GETFund and applicants through official channels — no third-party agents
Local Track: The GETFund local scholarship supports Ghanaians “from basic to tertiary level” enrolled in accredited Ghanaian institutions (GETFund apply page). Full eligibility details and documentation requirements are published on the official portal at each cycle opening.
Note: GETFund and the Ghana Scholarships Authority are separate bodies running separate schemes. You can apply to both, but you must register on each portal individually — there is no shared application.
🔗 Official portal: scholarships.getfund.gov.gh
3. GNPC Foundation Scholarship — STEM and National Development Focus
The GNPC Foundation Scholarship Scheme is funded by the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation and exists with a specific national development mandate: to increase local participation in Ghana’s petroleum industry and broader STEM sectors by supporting brilliant but financially needy students who would otherwise be unable to access higher education (GNPC Foundation).
The scheme operates across three tracks — local undergraduate, local postgraduate, and foreign postgraduate — making it one of the most comprehensive corporate scholarship programmes available to Ghanaian students.
Local Undergraduate Track (verified criteria):
- First-year and continuing students at any GTEC-accredited tertiary institution in Ghana
- Must be a Ghanaian citizen and not an existing beneficiary of another scholarship scheme
- First-year applicants require credit passes (A1–C6 WASSCE / A–D SSCE) in six subjects, three of which must be core: English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science or Social Studies; the other three in relevant electives
- Continuing students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 (statement of results uploaded)
Local Postgraduate Track:
- Ghanaian citizens admitted to a postgraduate programme at any public or private accredited Ghanaian institution
- Minimum Second Class Lower Division in the first degree — a condition that may be influenced by regional distribution, needs assessment, STEM/non-STEM balance, or disability
- Capacity-building programmes for public servants and professionals are also eligible
Foreign Postgraduate Track (Masters and PhD):
- Ghanaian citizens with an admission offer from a foreign tertiary institution
- Masters applicants: minimum Second Class Lower; PhD applicants: a relevant postgraduate qualification
- Priority given to applicants in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and special-needs programmes, lecturers at public tertiary institutions, and persons with disability
- Applicants holding offers from tuition-free universities are “highly preferable” — GNPC’s official language, meaning German public universities and similar tuition-free programmes significantly strengthen your application
Required documents for the foreign track (verified from the official page): admission letter, first- and second-degree certificate(s) depending on level, CV, both academic and occupational recommendation letters, a research proposal/thesis for PhD applicants, a passport picture, and the National Service Certificate.
🔗 Official source: gnpcghana.com/gnpc-foundation
4. MTN Bright Scholarship — Corporate Support for Tertiary Students
The MTN Bright Scholarship is MTN Ghana Foundation’s flagship education support programme, targeting academically talented but financially disadvantaged students and teachers at Ghanaian tertiary institutions. It shows a clear preference for STEM and technology disciplines but is open to degree students at recognized institutions.
What the Scholarship Covers:
- Tuition and accommodation fees
- A laptop computer
- A stipend for reading materials
Eligibility:
- Ghanaian citizen currently pursuing a degree at a recognized Ghanaian tertiary institution, or enrolled in a vocational/technical course
- Professional teachers pursuing a STEM degree are also eligible
- Excellent academic record and demonstrated good conduct
- Must not be a current recipient of another scholarship — applications are subject to due diligence, and awards are withdrawn for misrepresentation
Preference is explicitly given to applicants in ICT, Computer Science, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Analytics. Women and differently-abled students are especially encouraged to apply.
Application Process (corrected dates):
- Apply online at scholarship.mtn.com.gh, selecting the Bright Scholarship option
- The official portal states the 2026 application window runs from 1 February 2026 to 31 May 2026 — earlier than many secondary sources report. Enquiries: mtnghanafoundation@mtn.com
- Submit a one-page letter outlining your educational and professional goals and why you deserve the award; teachers must also include a CV, a recommendation letter from their school, and highlight ICT/STEM projects and impact
- Shortlisted applicants meet the scholarship panel
- Applying is completely free — no fees at any stage
For 2027, confirm the window on the official portal from January.
🔗 Official source: scholarship.mtn.com.gh
5. Chevening Scholarship — UK Government’s Flagship Award
Chevening is the UK Government’s prestigious international scholarships programme, funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and partner organisations. It is one of the most competitive and career-transforming scholarships available to Ghanaian students — offering not just funding but entry into a global alumni network of senior leaders and decision-makers (Chevening Ghana page).
What Chevening Covers (Fully Funded):
- Full tuition fees at any UK university
- Monthly living allowance
- Economy class return airfare to the UK
- Travel grant to attend Chevening events
Eligibility for Ghanaian Applicants:
- Ghanaian citizen permanently resident in Ghana
- An undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK 2:1 (Second Class Upper) or above
- At least two years of full-time work experience (equivalent to 2,800 hours) — this is non-negotiable
- Must apply to and receive an unconditional offer from three UK university courses before the offer deadline
- Cannot have studied in the UK on a UK government-funded scholarship in the past five years
2027–2028 Cycle — Current Status: Applications for the 2027–2028 Chevening Scholarships are open now and close on 6 October 2026 at 11:00 UTC — a hard deadline with no extensions. The British High Commission in Accra confirmed the opening of the cycle in August 2026 (Ghana News Agency via British High Commission). If you are reading this before October 2026, the window is currently open.
The application covers four essays: your career plan and ambitions, your leadership experience, why you chose your specific UK university courses, and your networking motivation. Each essay has a strict word limit, and Chevening’s website provides full guidance on every component. Chevening also offers partner awards that go unfilled some years — applying for a partner award can improve your odds.
🔗 Official source: chevening.org/scholarship/ghana
Internal link: See our complete Chevening career plan essay guide → for essay-by-essay strategy and examples.
6. Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships — Study in the UK
Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships are administered by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK (CSC) and funded by the UK’s FCDO. They are designed specifically for candidates from eligible lower- and middle-income Commonwealth countries — Ghana is an eligible country (CSC UK official page).
What Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships Cover:
- Full tuition fees at a UK university
- Monthly living allowance
- Economy return airfare
- Thesis grant where applicable
Eligibility (verified against the current CSC page):
- Citizen of — or refugee status granted by — an eligible Commonwealth country (or British Protected Person)
- Permanently resident in an eligible Commonwealth country
- Available to start academic studies in the UK by the start of the UK academic year in September 2027
- By September 2027, hold a first degree of at least upper second-class (2:1) honours standard, or a lower second-class degree plus a relevant postgraduate qualification (usually a Master’s)
- Unable to afford to study in the UK without this scholarship — financial need is an explicit criterion
- All supporting documentation provided in the required format
- Cannot already hold a PhD
2027/2028 Cycle — Current Status: Applications for the 2027/2028 Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships are open now and close at 16:00 BST on Tuesday 20 October 2026 (CSC UK).
How to apply — two routes, both matter: applicants submit via the CSC Central online portal and must apply through a national nominating agency — candidates cannot be considered without a nominator.
🔗 Official source: cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk
Internal link: See our full Commonwealth Scholarship guide → for application strategy and document tips.
7. DAAD Scholarship — Study in Germany
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is one of the largest scholarship organisations in the world and one of the most active in Ghana specifically. The DAAD Regional Office in Accra serves Ghana, Nigeria, and Cameroon and lists scholarship schemes for Ghanaian applicants — chiefly Master’s scholarships for selected study programmes in Germany and In-Country/In-Region programmes at partner institutions in sub-Saharan Africa (DAAD Ghana).
Key DAAD Programmes for Ghanaian Students:
The In-Country/In-Region Programme Sub-Saharan Africa funds Master’s study at partner universities within the region — ideal if you want a DAAD-funded degree without relocating to Europe. Cycle deadlines are announced in the DAAD scholarship database.
The DAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) support Ghanaian applicants in Master’s and PhD programmes at German universities in development-relevant subjects. Each course sets its own deadline, typically falling between late summer and the following spring for intakes the next academic year — check the deadline printed on your chosen course.
General DAAD Eligibility for Ghanaian Applicants:
- A relevant undergraduate degree with strong academic results
- The previous degree should generally not be older than six years at the time of application (DAAD’s stated guideline — confirm per programme)
- Relevant work experience in your field (typically two years post-degree for EPOS)
- Language requirements vary by programme: English-taught Master’s programmes in Germany generally require IELTS 6.0–6.5 or an equivalent; some German-taught programmes require B2/C1 German proficiency
- Apply through the DAAD scholarship database, then submit to the specific programme
Why Germany is Particularly Valuable for Ghanaian Applicants: German public universities charge no tuition for any student, German or international. GNPC explicitly states that applicants holding offers from tuition-free universities are “highly preferable” for its foreign track. A DAAD scholarship at a German university therefore pairs perfectly with a simultaneous GNPC application.
🔗 Official source: daad-ghana.org — scholarship database
Internal link: See our full DAAD Scholarship guide → for application strategy and document tips.
8. CSC Chinese Government Scholarship — Study in China
The Chinese Government Scholarship administered by the China Scholarship Council (CSC) is one of the most accessible fully funded opportunities for Ghanaian students to study at world-class universities in China. Interest in the CSC scholarship has grown substantially among Ghanaian students in recent years, and China now hosts a significant and growing community of Ghanaian scholars.
What the CSC Covers (Fully Funded):
- Full tuition fees
- On-campus accommodation
- Monthly stipend (varies by study level — undergraduate, Master’s, or PhD)
- Comprehensive medical insurance
Study Levels Available:
- Undergraduate (4 years)
- Master’s (2–3 years)
- PhD (3–4 years)
- Senior scholar and general scholar tracks
Application Routes — Important Distinction: There are two application routes for Ghanaian students. Type A runs through a Chinese embassy or designated agency in Ghana — embassy deadlines typically fall in January–February and can close early, so verify the Ghana-specific date each year (China Admissions step-by-step guide). Type B runs directly through a participating Chinese university, with individual university deadlines typically between January and April. There is no single CSC closing date; the online application system generally opens from December to April each year (CSC application overview).
Ghanaian applicants should apply through both routes simultaneously to maximise their chances.
Required Documents (Standard):
- CSC online application form
- Passport copy
- Notarised academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Study or research plan
- Two recommendation letters from professors
- Physical examination record (required medical form)
- No Criminal Record certificate
- HSK certificate (for Chinese-taught programmes)
🔗 Official source: csc.edu.cn | Application walkthrough: china-admissions.com
Internal link: See our full Chinese Government Scholarship CSC guide → for university selection tips and document checklist.
9. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program — Fully Funded Study for African Students
If you are searching for scholarships for African students beyond Ghana-specific schemes, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is the largest fully funded pan-African programme worth knowing. It provides comprehensive scholarships — tuition, accommodation, living costs, and more — to academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young Africans, and recruits widely across the continent, encouraging applications particularly from women, people with disabilities, and refugees or displaced persons (Mastercard Foundation).
Key facts for applicants:
- The Foundation does not accept direct applications — you must apply through one of the partner institutions, each with its own deadlines and criteria
- Partners include universities in Africa, North America, and Europe — for example, the University of Cambridge’s Master’s programme for African students, with applications open for 2027/2028 :Cambridge Mastercard Foundation Scholars
- Selection values academic strength plus a demonstrated commitment to giving back to your community
Ghanaian students should shortlist two or three partner universities whose intake cycles match their profile and apply directly to each institution.
🔗 Official source: mastercardfdn.org — Scholars Program
10. Blossom Academy AI & Data Science Fellowship — Women in Tech Ghana
The Blossom Academy AI & Data Science Fellowship is a fully sponsored, 10-month training and career placement programme specifically for women in Ghana, designed to bridge the gender gap in West Africa’s growing technology sector. Unlike traditional academic scholarships, this fellowship requires no prior coding or technical background, making it accessible to graduates from any discipline.
The Fellowship Covers (100% Fully Sponsored):
- No tuition fees and no placement fees at any stage
- 4-month intensive technical training (blended virtual + in-person labs across Ghana)
- Up to a 6-month paid internship with corporate partner organisations
Skills Developed: Advanced Excel, SQL database management, Power BI dashboards, Python programming, and applied Machine Learning — the full data science stack employers across Africa and internationally are actively hiring for.
Eligibility:
- Identifies as a woman and currently resides in Ghana
- Holds an HND, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in any discipline
- Preference for unemployed or underemployed female graduates
- Must commit fully to the 10-month programme, including in-person sessions in Accra and major urban centres
Application Process: Applications are cohort-specific — Blossom Academy opens new intake windows periodically. Monitor the official portal for upcoming cohort dates; the process involves an online form, a non-technical aptitude assessment, and a panel interview for shortlisted candidates.
🔗 Internal link: Full Blossom Academy AI & Data Science Fellowship guide →
Quick Comparison Table
| Scholarship | Funder | Level | Destination | Fully Funded? | Deadline (Current Cycle) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghana Scholarships Authority | Ghana Govt (Act 1149) | UG / PG | Ghana + Bilateral | Yes (govt-funded) | Monitor scholarships.gov.gh |
| GETFund Foreign | Ghana Govt | Postgraduate | Abroad | Yes | ~April each year (2026: 13–30 April) |
| GNPC Foundation | GNPC (Corporate) | UG / PG / Foreign PG | Ghana + Abroad | Yes | Portal announced per cycle — monitor official site |
| MTN Bright Scholarship | MTN Foundation | UG / Vocational | Ghana | Partial (tuition + laptop + stipend) | 1 Feb – 31 May 2026 |
| Chevening | UK FCDO | Master’s | UK | Yes | 6 October 2026, 11:00 UTC |
| Commonwealth Master’s | UK FCDO / CSC | Master’s | UK | Yes | 20 October 2026, 16:00 BST |
| DAAD | Germany | Master’s / PhD | Germany + In-Region | Yes | Varies by programme |
| CSC China Scholarship | Chinese Govt | UG / Master’s / PhD | China | Yes | Type A ~Jan–Feb; Type B Jan–April |
| Mastercard Foundation Scholars | Mastercard Foundation | UG / Master’s | Africa + Abroad | Yes | Varies by partner university |
| Blossom Academy Fellowship | Blossom Academy | Any degree, any field | Ghana (Tech sector) | Yes (fully sponsored) | Cohort-specific |
How to Apply: A Realistic Step-by-Step for Ghanaian Students
Getting a scholarship is not about luck — it is about knowing the timeline, preparing your documents early, and submitting an application that speaks directly to each programme’s stated selection criteria. Here is the practical process every Ghanaian applicant should follow.
Step 1: Know your profile before you search. Decide whether you are seeking local or international study, undergraduate or postgraduate funding, and whether you have the work experience that international programmes like Chevening require. This narrows your shortlist immediately and stops you wasting time on programmes you are ineligible for.
Step 2: Build your document kit now — not at deadline. Every scholarship on this page requires some combination of: transcripts, degree certificates, recommendation letters, a personal statement or motivation letter, a CV, a passport, and proof of admission. The Ghana Scholarships Authority publishes essentially the same core list: admission letter or proof of enrolment, academic transcripts or results, Ghana Card or valid national ID, passport photograph and contact details, and proof of need where the category requires it (scholarships.gov.gh). Compile everything into a single folder well before you begin. Recommendation letters take weeks to arrange — start early.
Step 3: Target deadlines in clusters. Chevening closes 6 October 2026; Commonwealth closes 20 October 2026. Both require UK university offers before their deadlines, so apply to your three UK university choices by September at the latest. GETFund’s foreign track opens in mid-April for a two-week window — prepare your documents in February so you are ready when the portal opens.
Step 4: Tailor each application. Generic personal statements lose. Chevening wants to know how a UK Master’s will help you lead change in Ghana. GNPC wants to know how your studies serve Ghana’s petroleum and STEM development priorities. Read each programme’s stated mission and let it shape your essay.
Step 5: Use official channels only. Every scholarship on this page — GSA, GETFund, GNPC, MTN, Chevening, CSC — explicitly warns against agents, unofficial payment requests, and social media accounts claiming guaranteed placement. Apply only through the links in this guide.
Internal link: See our full recommendation letter for scholarship guide → and our scholarship personal statement guide → for document preparation support.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best scholarship for Ghanaian students to study in the UK?
Chevening and the Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship are the two most prestigious fully funded options for Ghanaian students seeking to study in the UK. Chevening requires at least two years of full-time work experience and closes on 6 October 2026 at 11:00 UTC for the 2027–2028 cohort. Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships require a First Class or Second Class Upper degree (or a 2:2 plus a relevant postgraduate qualification), demonstrate financial need, and close on 20 October 2026 at 16:00 BST. Both are currently open. Ghanaian students are eligible for both and should apply to both simultaneously, since they use different selection criteria and do not conflict.
Does GETFund pay for study abroad?
Yes. GETFund operates a Postgraduate Foreign Scholarship track specifically for Ghanaian graduates seeking Master’s or PhD study at accredited foreign universities. The 2026/2027 cycle opened on 13 April 2026 and closed on 30 April 2026 — the window is short and opens in April each year. Coverage typically includes tuition, accommodation, and a living stipend, confirmed through the official GETFund scholarship portal at each cycle opening.
Can Ghanaian students apply for the GNPC scholarship to study in Germany?
Yes. The GNPC Foreign Postgraduate track covers study abroad, including Germany. GNPC explicitly notes that applicants holding offers from tuition-free universities are “highly preferable” — and German public universities charge no tuition for international students, making them an ideal GNPC pairing. STEM applicants, lecturers at public Ghanaian institutions, and persons with disability receive priority consideration.
What scholarships are available for Ghanaian students without IELTS?
Several programmes on this page do not require IELTS. The CSC Chinese Government Scholarship requires no English proficiency test for Chinese-taught programmes. DAAD offers some English-taught Master’s programmes where IELTS can be substituted with proof of prior English-medium education. The GETFund and GNPC local tracks have no English test requirement since study is at Ghanaian institutions. For UK programmes (Chevening, Commonwealth), IELTS or an equivalent is typically required by the receiving UK university, though the scholarship bodies themselves do not set the specific score.
Is the MTN Bright Scholarship fully funded?
The MTN Bright Scholarship covers tuition fees, accommodation, a laptop computer, and a stipend for reading materials. It is not a full living-cost scholarship in the way Chevening or the GETFund foreign track is — but for Ghanaian students studying locally, it addresses the major cost barriers of tertiary education. The 2026 application window runs from 1 February to 31 May 2026, and MTN Ghana Foundation confirms the programme is completely free to apply for.
What happened to the Ghana Scholarship Secretariat?
The Ghana Scholarship Secretariat now operates as the Ghana Scholarships Authority, under the Ghana Scholarships Authority Act, 2025 (Act 1149), which mandates transparent and equitable administration of government scholarships. If you see older articles or notices referring to the Secretariat, they point to the same institution — always apply through its official portal, scholarships.gov.gh.
How many scholarships can a Ghanaian student apply to at the same time?
There is no rule preventing you from applying to multiple scholarships simultaneously — and you should. The practical limit is your time to prepare strong, tailored applications. Note that GNPC, MTN Bright, and GETFund all require that recipients are not already beneficiaries of another scheme — but you can apply to all of them simultaneously and, if awarded multiple offers, accept the most suitable one and inform the others. International scholarships like Chevening and Commonwealth have no such restriction at the application stage.
What documents do I need for most Ghanaian scholarship applications?
The core document kit for the majority of scholarships on this page includes: a valid Ghanaian passport or Ghana Card, academic transcripts (official or certified copies), undergraduate degree certificate (and postgraduate certificate where applicable), two or three recommendation letters from academic supervisors or professional references, a personal statement or motivation letter, an up-to-date CV, a passport photograph, and an admission letter from your chosen institution. For the CSC China scholarship, a Physical Examination Record form is also required. For PhD applications to GNPC, a research proposal is mandatory.
When does the Ghana Scholarships Authority open applications?
The Ghana Scholarships Authority does not follow a single annual deadline — different programme tracks open at different times, announced through the official GSA website and its verified social media channels. The local tertiary scholarship for 2026/2027 ran earlier in 2026 with a May deadline. Bilateral foreign programmes (Algeria, Serbia for 2026/2027) open on a rolling basis as government-to-government agreements are activated. Bookmark scholarships.gov.gh and follow the Authority’s verified accounts to catch announcements as they are released.
What to Read Next
This guide is part of the StudyTribune Africa Hub — the complete directory for scholarships for African students at every level and in every destination.
- Scholarships for African Students: The Complete Guide →
- Pan-African Leadership & Fellowship Programs →
- Blossom Academy AI & Data Science Fellowship — Full Guide →
- Recommendation Letter for Scholarship — Samples & Templates →
StudyTribune Scholarships Desk. Every programme on this page is verified against its official source. Deadlines change each cycle — always confirm current dates on the official programme website before submitting your application.