Scholarship programmes

Clear pathways for local, foreign, and specialised study support.

The Authority delivers programme routes that help eligible Ghanaians access tertiary education, specialist training, professional growth, and verified international opportunities.

Programme portfolio

Support designed around real education pathways.

Each programme area is structured to match applicant need, study location, eligibility, verification requirements, and the skills Ghana must continue to build.

Local study

Local Tertiary Scholarships

Support for eligible Ghanaian students enrolled in accredited tertiary institutions across the country.

Tuition and approved academic costs
District-based review and verification
Support for continuing students

Local guidance

International pathways

Foreign Tertiary Scholarships

Strategic study-abroad opportunities that help Ghanaians access specialist training and return with skills for national development.

Undergraduate and postgraduate awards
Partner-country opportunities
Priority disciplines and skills areas

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Academic excellence

National Merit Scholarships

Recognition for high-performing students whose academic record, leadership, and potential meet competitive award standards.

Merit-led selection
Leadership and performance review
Support for exceptional talent

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Community access

District Scholarship Support

A decentralised route that brings scholarship review closer to applicants through district-level verification and interviews.

Local applicant access
Residence and document checks
District review committees

District guidance

Inclusive education

Special Needs Support

Dedicated support for students with disabilities and special learning needs, helping reduce barriers to tertiary education.

Inclusive funding consideration
Documented support needs
Equitable access to study

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Workforce growth

Professional & Continuing Education

Targeted support for professional advancement, certifications, short courses, and advanced study linked to national priorities.

Career development
Specialised training
Public sector capacity building

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Inclusive access

Zongo Scholarship Support

Focused support for qualified applicants from Zongo communities, helping expand access to tertiary education and skills development.

Community-focused access
Need and merit consideration
Support for priority study pathways

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Regional opportunity

ECOWAS Scholarship Pathways

Regional scholarship and study opportunities that connect Ghanaian applicants to education partnerships within the ECOWAS space.

West African partnerships
Cross-border study pathways
Regional skills development

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Languages

Home Abroad Language Programme

Language preparation and study-readiness support for applicants pursuing opportunities that require foreign language competence.

Language readiness
Study-abroad preparation
Cultural and academic transition support

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How delivery works

From interest to award decision.

Programme delivery combines official application channels, document verification, district or institutional review, and award monitoring to protect fairness and public value.

Find the right route

Applicants review programme type, eligibility, documents, and deadline before beginning an application.

Submit verified records

Academic, identity, admission, residence, and need-based records are submitted through official channels.

Review and selection

Applications are assessed using programme criteria, verification outcomes, merit, need, and available quota.

Award and monitoring

Approved awards are processed, tracked, and monitored to strengthen accountability and impact.

Applicant support

More than funding.

The Authority’s programme work helps applicants understand where they fit, what documents matter, and how to move through a verified scholarship process with confidence.

Verified application records

Applicants are guided to prepare academic, identity, admission, residence, and programme-specific documents before review.

Fair review structures

District and programme review processes help balance merit, need, eligibility, and available scholarship quota.

Monitoring and impact

Award delivery is supported by tracking, reporting, and continuous improvement to strengthen accountability.

Public and institutional partners help extend programme reach.