We offer more than funding, we open doors.
With a fair and transparent selection process,
nationwide reach,
and a commitment to academic excellence,
the Ghana Scholarships Secretariat is helping
thousands
of students unlock their full potential.
Empowering Ghana’s Brightest Minds
Awarded to high-performing students based on academic excellence and
leadership potential. These scholarships foster talent development at the
tertiary level across Ghana.
Study Abroad, Return to Lead
Provides funding for Ghanaian students to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate
studies abroad in strategic disciplines, with the goal of developing human
capital for national development.
Support Where It Matters Most
Covers tuition and other academic-related costs for students attending
accredited institutions within Ghana. Focused on reducing financial barriers to
education.
Bringing Opportunities to Your Doorstep
Decentralized scholarship application and disbursement system managed at the
district level, ensuring fairness, inclusiveness, and local access to
educational funding.
Stay updated with the latest news and announcements from the Ghana Scholarships Secretariat.
The Ghana Scholarships Secretariat, established in 1960, operates under the Office of the
President with the core mandate to award scholarships to brilliant but needy Ghanaians. The
Secretariat plays a pivotal role in ensuring equitable access to educational opportunities both
locally and abroad.
Through its various scholarship schemes, ranging from local tertiary support to foreign academic
sponsorships,the Secretariat supports Ghana’s vision of building a knowledgeable, skilled, and
globally competitive workforce. The institution emphasizes transparency, decentralization, and
fairness in the administration of scholarships across all districts.
With a commitment to national development, the Ghana Scholarships Secretariat continues to
invest in human capital by making higher education accessible to deserving students from all
backgrounds.