Embarking on a nursing career begins with a solid education. In Ghana, various nursing schools offer programs designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed for success in the healthcare field. One of the critical considerations for prospective nursing students and their families is the cost of education.
Understanding the tuition fees and associated costs of different nursing schools is essential for making informed decisions and planning financially. This article delves into the various nursing schools across Ghana, both universities and nursing training colleges, providing detailed information on their fee structures.
Whether you are a prospective student evaluating your options, a parent planning for your child’s education, or an advisor assisting students with their educational choices, this guide offers valuable insights into the financial commitments of pursuing a nursing education in Ghana. By exploring the tuition fees of these institutions, you can better navigate your path toward a rewarding and impactful nursing career.
TOP UNIVERSITIES OFFERING NURSING IN GHANA AND THEIR FEES
- University of Ghana School of Nursing and Midwifery
The University of Ghana School of Nursing fees for regular undergraduate students is GH¢ 3,515. Freshmen in the School of Nursing at levels 200 and 300 pay GH¢ 3,980.00 and GH¢ 3,578.00 respectively.
The University of Ghana School of Nursing fees for fee-paying undergraduate students is GH¢ 8,294. The University of Ghana School of Nursing fees for postgraduate students is GH¢ 12, 958 in the first year and for MPH, it is GH¢ 18,374. The University of Ghana School of Nursing fees for PhD students are GH¢ 11,261 in the first year, 11,638 in the second year, GH¢ 15,081 in the third year, and GH¢ 11,638 in the fourth year.
The University of Ghana School of Nursing fees for international African students are USD 6,813 in year one, USD 6,743 in year two, USD 6,743 in year three, and USD 8,814 in year four. The University of Ghana School of Nursing fees for international non-African students are USD 9,276 in year one, USD 8,814 in year two, USD 8,814 in year three, and USD 8,814 in year four.
All fees are per year.
2. KNUST Department of Nursing
KNUST Department of Nursing fees for regular undergraduate students in their first year is GH¢3,135.99 and for continuing students is GH¢ 2,656.50.
KNUST Department of Nursing fees for fee-paying undergraduate students in their first year who read BSc. Community Health Nursing (Sandwich), BSc. Midwifery (Sandwich), and BSc. Nursing (Sandwich) is GH¢ 4,370.59 and for BSc. Emergency Nursing/Nursing/Midwifery is GH¢ 7,324.14.
KNUST Department of Nursing fees for fee-paying undergraduate students in their second year who read BSc. Community Health Nursing (Sandwich), BSc. Midwifery (Sandwich), and BSc. Nursing (Sandwich) is GH¢ 4,262.65 and for BSc. Emergency Nursing/Nursing/Midwifery is GH¢ 7,217.20
KNUST Department of Nursing fees for international undergraduate students in their first year who read BSc. Emergency Nursing/Nursing/Midwifery is USD 4,994.50. For continuing students, it is USD 5,697.89.
KNUST Department of Nursing fees for postgraduate students in their first year who read MPH Global Health is GH¢ 14,857.45, MPH/MSc Disability, Rehabilitation and Development/ MPH/MSc Health Education and Promotion/ MPH/MSc Health Services Planning and Mgt./ MPH/MSc Occupational Health & Safety/MPH/MSc population & Reproductive Health/ Health System Research Mgt. (Weekend) is GH¢ 18,737.45 and for those who read MSc Clinical Nursing is GH¢ 12,332.95. For continuing students, it is GH¢ 6,455.65.
KNUST Department of Nursing fees for international postgraduate students in their first year who read MPH. Health Education & Promotion/ MPH. Health Service Planning and Mgt/ MPH. Health Systems Research & Mgt/ MPH. Occupational & Developmental Health &
Safety/MPH Population & Reproductive Health, Disability, Rehabilitation and Development/Health Education & Promotion/Health Service Planning and Mgt/ Occupational & Developmental Health & Safety/Population & Reproductive Health is USD 9,742.71. For continuing students, it is USD 5,859.98
All fees are per year.
3. University of Cape Coast School of Nursing and Midwifery
University of Cape Coast School of Nursing and Midwifery fees for BSc. Nursing for regular undergraduate first-year students who are residents is GH¢ 3,457.00. For continuing students who are residents, it is GH¢2,738.00 and for non-residents is GH¢ 1,938.00
University of Cape Coast School of Nursing and Midwifery fees for postgraduate students who are residents is GH¢ 6,990.00 a year.
All fees are per year.
4. University for Development Studies School of Nursing and Midwifery
UDS School of Nursing and Midwifery fees for BSc Midwifery, BSc Public Health, BSc Health Information Management, and BSc Health Education and Promotion is GH¢ 2,165.05
All fees are per year.
5. University of Education, Winneba Department of Health Administration and Education
UEW Department of Health Administration and Education fees for regular undergraduate first-year students who read B.Sc. (Health Administration & Education/Environmental Health) is GH¢1,695.00 and for continuing students, it is GH¢ 1,675.00
UEW Department of Health Administration and Education fees for fee-paying undergraduate first-year students who read B.Sc. (Health Administration & Education/Environmental Health) is GH¢ 5,418.00 and for continuing students, it is GH¢ 6,921.00.
UEW Department of Health Administration and Education fees for international undergraduate first-year students who read B.Sc. (Health Administration & Education/Environmental Health) is USD 1,868.00 and for continuing students, it is USD 1,742.00. Final year students pay USD 1,993.00.
UEW Department of Health Administration and Education fees for international postgraduate first-year students who read B.Sc. (Health Administration & Education/Environmental Health) is USD 4,911.00 and for continuing students, it is USD 4,843.00. Doctorate first-year students pay USD 11,048.00 and continuing students pay USD 7,240.00.
All fees are per year.
6. University of Health and Allied Sciences School of Nursing and Midwifery
UHAS School of Nursing fees for regular undergraduate students who read nursing/midwifery/public health nursing is GH¢ 3,289.44 and continuing students pay GH¢ 2,749.45
UHAS School of Nursing fees for fee-paying students who read nursing/midwifery/public health nursing and are residents is GH¢ 7,747.75 and non-residents pay GH¢ 6,427.75.
UHAS School of Nursing fees for postgraduate students who read Mater of Public Health is GH¢ 9,032.63. MPhil students in their first year pay GH¢ 9,910.68 and continuing students pay GH¢ 8,956.68. PhD students pay GH¢13,051.28 in their first year and GH¢12,034.87 in their second year.
All fees are per year.
7. CENTRAL UNIVERSITY
Central University fees per semester for fresh undergraduate nursing students is GH¢ 5,491 and USD 2,059 for international students.
8. VALLEY VIEW UNIVERSITY
Valley View University tuition fees per semester for fresh students in the School of Nursing and Midwifery (HAC/NAC – Evening Mode) is GH¢ 5,100, for the School of Nursing and Midwifery (All Options) is GH 5,100, for the School of Nursing and Midwifery (All Options – Evening Mode) is GH¢ 4,650, and for the School of Nursing and Midwifery (All Options – Summer Mode) is GH¢ 3,920.
Valley View University tuition fees per semester for continuing students in the School of Nursing and Midwifery (HAC/NAC – Evening Mode) is GH¢ 4,900, for the School of Nursing and Midwifery (All Options – Evening Mode) is GH¢ 4,450, and for the School of Nursing and Midwifery (All Options – Summer Mode) is GH¢ 3,720.
Valley View University tuition fees per semester for fresh international students in the School of Nursing and Midwifery (All Options) is USD 1,625 ($1,295 for continuing), for the School of Nursing and Midwifery (All Options – Evening Mode) is USD 1,656 ($1,525 for continuing), and for the School of Nursing and Midwifery (All Options – Summer Mode) is USD 1,626 ($1,495 for continuing).
9. ASHESI UNIVERSITY
Ashesi University tuition fees for undergraduate nursing is GH₵49,331 ($4,249). The fees are per semester and also cover textbooks, internet services, other learning materials and activities, and support services such as career services, health services, and counselling.
TOP NURSING TRAINING COLLEGES IN GHANA AND THEIR FEES
- KORLE-BU NURSING AND MIDWIFERY TRAINING COLLEGE
Korle-Bu Nursing and Midwifery Training College fees per semester for first-year students who read Registered General Nursing and Registered Midwifery each semester is GH¢ 2,255. Continuing students pay GH¢ 1,405. This includes library fees, course registration, utilities, feeding fees, and SRC dues.
2. 37 MILITARY NURSING & MIDWIFERY TRAINING SCHOOL
37 Military Nursing & Midwifery Training School fees are GH¢ 5,000 for level 100 students and GH¢ 6,000 for continuing students. This fee includes tuition fees, academic facility user fees, residential facilities, and miscellaneous charges.
3. COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND WELL-BEING, KINTAMPO, BONO EAST
Tuition fees at the College of Health and Well-Being are about GHC 3,852.00 a year for diploma programmes and BSc. Programmes it’s about GHC 4,682.00 a year. An additional fee such as a feeding fee is charged which is about GHC 2,400 a year.
4. SUNYANI NURSING AND MIDWIFERY TRAINING COLLEGE
Tuition fees at Sunyani Nursing and Midwifery Training College are about GHC1,500 per year. Students would be required to pay additional fees such as SRC dues of about GHC200, hall dues of about GHC100, and Exam fees of about GHC360.