Ghana Scholarship Secretariat Bursary

About This Scholarship

The Ghana Scholarship Secretariat (GSS) is the Government of Ghana's official body for administering educational scholarships and bursaries, established under Act 714 of 2004. The Secretariat manages a portfolio of awards funded by the Government of Ghana directly, as well as bilateral scholarships from partner countries including China, Russia, Cuba, Egypt, Hungary, India, and several European nations. For Ghanaian students — whether seeking support for local university study or government-sponsored overseas education — the GSS is the primary point of contact and the most accessible official funding route available.

The GSS Bursary specifically supports students enrolled at accredited Ghanaian public universities who demonstrate genuine financial need. It has provided critical support to thousands of Ghanaian students from the Northern regions, rural communities, and economically disadvantaged households who would otherwise have struggled to complete their university education. The Secretariat also administers awards for graduate students, medical students, and students in priority fields identified by the Government of Ghana's development agenda.

Understanding how to navigate the GSS application process — and how to access the bilateral scholarship opportunities it manages — is one of the most practical pieces of knowledge any Ghanaian student seeking educational funding can have.

The Ghana Scholarship Secretariat administers bursaries for Ghanaian students.

Tips for Ghanaian and African Applicants

• Apply early and follow up persistently: The Ghana Scholarship Secretariat processes a high volume of applications and administrative timelines can be extended. Submit your application as early as possible in the academic year and follow up proactively.
• Applications go through your institution: Most GSS bursary applications are submitted through your university's Student Affairs or Scholarship Office, not directly to the Secretariat. Contact your university's relevant office immediately after admission.
• Required documents: Typically include a certified copy of your admission letter, official academic transcripts, a financial need statement, a national ID or passport, and a recommendation from your institution. Prepare all documents in advance.
• Bilateral scholarships are underutilised: The GSS manages bilateral awards from China, Russia, Hungary, Egypt, Cuba, and India that many eligible Ghanaian students never apply for. Visit the Secretariat's office in Accra or check their official website for available bilateral programs — these can fund full overseas degree programs.

Ghanaian citizens admitted to accredited institutions with demonstrated financial need.