Overview
Established in 1948, the University of Ghana is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Legon (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Greater Accra. This institution also has a branch campus in Korle-Bu and Accra City. Officially recognized by the National Accreditation Board, Ghana, University of Ghana (UG) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: over-50,000 students) coeducational Ghanaian higher education institution. University of Ghana (UG) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 76-year-old Ghanaian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this Ghanaian higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UG also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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non-profit
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very large-sized
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very selective
University Identity
| Name | University of Ghana  |
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| Acronym | UG |
| Founded | 1948 |
| Motto | Integri Procedamus Proceed with Integrity |
| Colours | Blue and gold |
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University Location
| Address | PO Box LG25 Legon 00233 Greater Accra Ghana |
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+233 (21) 500 381 |
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+233 (21) 500 263 |
| Other locations | Korle-Bu and Accra City |
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Social Media
Introduction
Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.
Social Media
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of Ghana's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
University of Ghana's Facebook page
University of Ghana's X (formerly Twitter) page
University of Ghana's YouTube channel
University of Ghana's Instagram page
University of Ghana's main LinkedIn profile
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