Our History

In 2009 at the time of its establishment, Academic City College was a standalone facility in Ring Road, Accra that was popularly known for its affiliated programme with Sikkim Manipal University (SMU). Over the course of 9 years, Academic City College graduated over 3,000 students from over 23 countries in Africa. The college's alumni established themselves as distinguished professionals working at reputed organizations such as international banks, manufacturing firms, corporate offices, government departments and financial institutions in Ghana and West Africa.

In 2017, Academic City recognized the need to redefine premium tertiary education by integrating entrepreneurial thinking, innovative problem-solving, application-based learning, and a strong emphasis on ethical practices within the African context. With this renewed purpose, the institution repositioned itself and established a state-of-the-art campus to deliver transformative, modern-day education.

2008

Academic City is incorporated in Accra, Ghana and receives accreditation by the National Accreditation Board of Ghana for distance learning at Ring Road Central.

2009

The first batch of Freshman undergraduate students are admitted into BSc Information Technology and BBA Banking & Finance inaugural programs.

2012

Academic City graduates its first batch of seniors in a graduation ceremony in Accra under the SMU affiliation.

2015

The school undergoes a renewed mandate from the public and private sector to transform into a leading STEM education institute in West Africa.

2018

Academic City relocates to a world-class campus facility in Haatso, Accra with a brand new engineering department and faculty. The school recruits and admits its highest caliber of freshman students yet, offering 20 bright high school students from across Ghana with some form of a merit scholarship.

2024

Academic City achieves a historic milestone, becoming a chartered university in just seven years—solidifying its position as a premier institution for innovation-driven education in Africa.

2018 - 2023

Take a look at ACity's Roadmap to 2030

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