Be citizens of ECOWAS member states other than Ghana Meet the admission requirements of attached list of participating universities Demonstrate academic excellence and leadership potential Demonstrate commitment to contributing to national or regional development Meet immigration and visa requirements for international students studying in Ghana
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Ghana Scholarships Authority
PRESIDENTIAL WEST AFRICAN SCHOLARSHIP INITIATIVE (PWASI) 2026
The Government of Ghana is offering full-time scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate studies in public tertiary institutions across Ghana for students from ECOWAS member states for the 2026/2027 academic year.
- LevelUNDERGRADUATE, POSTGRADUATE, PHD
- FundingFull
- Study inGhana
- FieldScience, Technology and Innovation (Engineering, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Renewable Energy), Health and Medical Science (Medicine, Nursing, Public Health, Biomedical Sciences), Agriculture and Food Systems (A
Who can apply
The Presidential West African Scholarship Initiative (PWASI) 2026, awarded by the Government of the Republic of Ghana through the Ghana Scholarships Authority, offers a significant opportunity for students from ECOWAS member states. These scholarships aim to support full-time, on-campus undergraduate and postgraduate studies within Ghana's public tertiary education institutions for the 2026/2027 academic year. This initiative underscores Ghana's commitment to regional development and academic excellence across West Africa.
About the PWASI Scholarship
The Presidential West African Scholarship Initiative (PWASI) is a prestigious award designed to foster academic excellence and leadership potential among students within the ECOWAS region. It provides a pathway for qualified individuals to pursue higher education in Ghana, contributing to their personal development and the broader regional advancement. The scholarship covers studies in various priority fields aligned with regional development goals, ensuring that beneficiaries are equipped to address critical challenges in their home countries.
Who Can Apply?
This scholarship is open to citizens of ECOWAS member states, excluding Ghana, who meet specific academic and immigration requirements. Applicants must demonstrate strong academic performance and leadership potential, alongside a clear commitment to contributing to national or regional development. Successful candidates will be those who meet the admission criteria of participating Ghanaian public tertiary institutions and are able to fulfil all necessary immigration and visa requirements for studying in Ghana.
What the Scholarship Covers
The PWASI scholarship provides comprehensive support for full-time, on-campus undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The maximum duration of study supported is four years for undergraduate degrees, two years for Master's degrees, and four years for Ph.D. programmes. The fields of study prioritised include Science, Technology and Innovation, Engineering, Health and Medical Science, Agriculture and Food Systems, Trade, Economics and Business, Governance and Public Policy, and Environment and Climate Studies. This ensures that the awarded scholarships align with critical areas for regional growth and sustainability.
Key Eligibility Highlights
- Be citizens of ECOWAS member states other than Ghana.
- Meet the admission requirements of participating Ghanaian universities.
- Demonstrate academic excellence and leadership potential.
- Show commitment to contributing to national or regional development.
- Meet immigration and visa requirements for international students studying in Ghana.
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