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Study Abroad in Ghana

Ghana is a English speaking country located in West Africa. Approximately 2,000 American students study abroad in Ghana each year, making it the most popular study abroad destination in West Africa, second most popular on the continent. Ghana is known as a middle-income economy, although it is one of the world’s largest gold producers. It is over to over 100 different ethnic groups and although the official language is English, most residents also speak at least one other local language. It is a popular destination for students looking for a unique and culturally rich study abroad experience.

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Top Cities to Study Abroad

1. Accra 214 reviews
2. Traveling in Ghana 160 reviews
3. Multiple locations in Ghana 153 reviews
4. Takoradi 130 reviews
5. Legon 69 reviews
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Study Abroad in Ghana - Featured Programs

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Study Abroad Reviews for Semester at Sea Study Abroad: Make the World Your Campus
Semester at Sea Study Abroad: Make the World Your Campus
Programs at Sea, Multi-Region: Accra, Ghana: Barcelona, Spain plus 30 other locations
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Semester at Sea is the only study abroad program of its kind in the world. Using a ship as our floating campus, Semester at Sea's around-the-world and regional itineraries...

5.0

2 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for The Experiment: Ghana Internship - Contemporary Art & Culture
The Experiment: Ghana Internship - Contemporary Art & Culture

Experience West Africa through the lens of Sankofa, a Ghanaian concept that links the past with a sustainable future. Working with a local organization, you’ll learn to ap...

4.5

1 review
Study Abroad Reviews for CIEE: Legon - Arts + Sciences
CIEE: Legon - Arts + Sciences

Immerse yourself in Ghanaian life by enrolling in courses with local and international students at CIEE’s partner school, University of Ghana – ranked 7th best university ...

4.0

4 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for SIT Study Abroad: Ghana: Africa in the 21st Century
SIT Study Abroad: Ghana: Africa in the 21st Century

Develop a critical perspective on mainstream representations of Africa and gain knowledge, attitudes, and skills to productively work in “marginal” places such as Africa....

4.9

4 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for Tufts Programs Abroad: Tufts in Ghana
Tufts Programs Abroad: Tufts in Ghana

The Tufts-in-Ghana program, which takes place in the fall semester, links Tufts to the University of Ghana (Legon), located just outside the booming metropolis of the capi...

4.5

12 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for USAC Ghana: Accra - African Studies, International Development Studies, and courses offered directly by the University of Ghana
USAC Ghana: Accra - African Studies, International Development Studies, and courses offered directly by the University of Ghana

The Accra program offers a unique opportunity for students to live and study in the heart of West Africa. It is the perfect destination for those who want to learn about t...

5.0

1 review
Study Abroad Reviews for ISEP Exchange: Accra - Exchange Program at University of Ghana
ISEP Exchange: Accra - Exchange Program at University of Ghana

The ISEP program in Ghana became a designated Global Engagement Program Site, enabling students to extend their ISEP experience beyond the classroom through ISEP-facilitat...

4.2

3 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for Cross-Cultural Solutions: Volta Region - Volunteer Projects in Ghana
Cross-Cultural Solutions: Volta Region - Volunteer Projects in Ghana

As a volunteer in Ghana, you'll find a unique richness everywhere you look, from the country's cultural history to its varied expanses of wilderness and coastline. Known f...

0.0

0 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for New York University: Accra - NYU in Ghana
New York University: Accra - NYU in Ghana

At NYU Accra students experience firsthand the diversity and complexity of West Africa. The academic center in Ghana is unique among NYU's locations because students take ...

5.0

1 review
Study Abroad Reviews for University of Ghana: Accra - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
University of Ghana: Accra - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

The University of Ghana is home to many international students and scholars from across the globe. Our friendly learning environment offers the best international educatio...

0.0

0 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for University of Ghana: Legon - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
University of Ghana: Legon - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

The University of Ghana is home to many international students and scholars from across the globe. Our friendly learning environment offers the best international educatio...

0.0

0 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for SUNY Geneseo: Kumasi - Global Health in Ghana
SUNY Geneseo: Kumasi - Global Health in Ghana

The health of human populations reflects the ecological and geographic environment. This program will introduce significant biological issues important in global health th...

4.0

5 reviews