Admissions Undergraduate Programmes

Application Process

Academic City is pleased to offer admission to its first-year students in two distinct cohorts, with the first starting in September and the second starting in January. Upon completion of their first year, both cohorts will merge to continue their academic pursuits. The application process of this leading engineering and entrepreneurship university is streamlined and can be efficiently completed through our online portal. Our Admissions Office, located at our Haatso campus in Accra, operates from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. Our knowledgeable and friendly admissions team is available to assist prospective students during these hours through various means of communication, including phone, WhatsApp, and Facebook.

Ways to Apply

Admission to this engineering and entrepreneurship university is competitive, but the admission process is a personal one. Each application is reviewed holistically to understand the strength of each student’s academic preparation including their performance on final exams, counselor recommendations, and their personal career interests. We seek applicants from a variety of geographic, social, cultural, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.

Online Application

PDF Application

Checklist

Fill out the online admissions application

Upload your high school transcript

Submit the online application

Apply Online

Timelines

Particulars	Fall 2024 - Cohort 1 (Sep '24)	Fall 2024 - Cohort 2 (Jan '25)
Application Windows Open	06-February-2024	06-February-2024
Deposit Payment Deadline (Tuition, Hostel, Meal Plan)	2-September-2024	13-January-2025
Semester/Term Registration Deadline	20-September -2024	31-January-2025

*Please note that the academic calendar and key dates provided are subject to change. Academic City reserves the right to make alterations to the calendar as necessary. It is the responsibility of the student to regularly check the website for any updates or changes to the schedule.

Tuition & Fees

(September 2025 - Semester 1)

Engineering Programmes	Fees in GHC	Fees in USD
BSc Mechanical Engineering	GH₵59,400	USD 3,300
BSc Electronics & Communication Engineering	GH₵59,400	USD 3,300
BSc Computer Engineering	GH₵59,400	USD 3,300
BSc Electrical & Electronics Engineering	GH₵59,400	USD 3,300
BSc Industrial & Systems Engineering	GH₵59,400	USD 3,300
BSc Robotics Engineering	GH₵59,400	USD 3,300
BSc Biomedical Engineering	GH₵59,400	USD 3,300

Non Engineering Programmes	Fees in GHC	Fees in USD
BBA Accounting	GH₵29,700	USD 1,650
BBA Banking & Finance	GH₵29,700	USD 1,650
BBA Human Resource Management	GH₵29,700	USD 1,650
BBA Marketing	GH₵29,700	USD 1,650
BBA Entrepreneurship	GH₵35,640	USD 1,980
BA Journalism and Mass Communication	GH₵29,700	USD 1,650
BA Advertising and Public Relations	GH₵29,700	USD 1,650
BSc Information Technology	GH₵41,580	USD 2,310
BSc Computer Science	GH₵41,580	USD 2,310
BSc Artificial Intelligence	GH₵59,400	USD 3,300

* Fees listed are per semester.
We reserve the right to update fees in accordance with our finance policy. Future semester fees will be announced in due course.

Your Stay on Campus

Housing Options

Meal Plans

Entry Requirements

Academic City’s Programmes are taught in accordance with the degree Programmes offered by public universities such as University of Mines & Technology (UMAT) and University of Cape Coast (UCC). Find the entry requirements for Academic City Programmes based on high school qualifications below.

Engineering Programmes

WASSCE/NECO

Minimum C6 in 6 subjects including 3 core subjects (Mathematics and English mandatory) and 3 elective subjects. (Elective/Add/Further Mathematics and Physics mandatory)

SSSCE

Minimum D or a pass in 6 subjects including 3 core subjects (Mathematics and English mandatory) and 3 elective subjects. (Elective/Add/Further Mathematics and Physics mandatory).

IGCSE O-Level & A-Level

An applicant must have

CREDITS (Grade D or better) in FIVE (5) GCE Ordinary Level (O-Level) subjects, (including English Language and Mathematics.)
PASSES (Grade E or better) in THREE (3) Advanced Level (A-Level) subjects, At least two of the passes should be a Grade D or better.

French International Baccalaureate

Minimum of 50% overall average pass. (subject to approval NAB) Mathematics, English and Physics mandatory

English International Baccalaureate

Minimum of 5 credit passes in the IGCSE/O-Levels (Mathematics and English mandatory) and a minimum score of 4 points in 3 Higher Level (HL) subjects. (Elective/Add/Further Mathematics and Physics mandatory)

American High School

Minimum GPA of 3.0 (Mathematics, English and Physics mandatory)

Non-Engineering Programmes

WASSCE/NECO

Minimum C6 in 6 subjects including 3 core subjects (Mathematics and English mandatory) and 3 elective subjects.

SSSCE

Minimum D or a pass in 6 subjects including 3 core subjects (Mathematics and English mandatory) and 3 elective subjects.

IGCSE O-Level & A-Level

An applicant must have

CREDITS (Grade D or better) in FIVE (5) GCE Ordinary Level (O-Level) subjects, (including English Language and Mathematics.)
PASSES (Grade E or better) in THREE (3) Advanced Level (A-Level) subjects, At least two of the passes should be a Grade D or better.

English International Baccalaureate

Minimum of 5 credit passes in the IGCSE/O-Levels (Mathematics and English mandatory) and a minimum score of 4 points in 3 Higher Level (HL) subjects.

French International Baccalaureate

Minimum of 50% overall average pass. (Results to be presented to NAB for verification) Mathematics and English mandatory

American High School

Minimum GPA of 3.0 (Mathematics and English mandatory)

International Students

The international presence at Academic City continues to grow each year with students from Africa, the Americas and Asia. With our international faculty as chaperons, Academic City is your safe haven from which to explore the hustle and bustle of Accra.

International students play an important role in ACity’s mission by enriching classroom learning through the different perspectives and experiences they bring to our campus. We invite you to become part of our dynamic learning community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any minimum entry requirements for admission in programmes?

Yes, for details please see the requirements section above or contact the Admissions office.

Where can I get my application?

Academic City application forms are available for download from our website, or you can fill in your application online at Apply Online

Do I have to pay for my application?

Students can submit to us an application at no charge, however students need to pay an application fee for our admissions staff to review their application.

How do I make payment for my application?

Students can submit to us an application at no charge, however students need to pay an application fee for our admissions staff to review their application.

* Application Fee can be waived if the applicant meets the need based criteria and has requested for financial aid.

Payment options below :

1) Pay at Access Bank & Wire Transfer Instruction

You can make payment at any Access Bank branch in Ghana/Nigeria or wire your funds to :-

Company Name: Academic City College (GH) Limited
Ghana Cedi Account Number : 0180223309771
US Dollar Account Number : 0181013309771
Bank Name : Access Bank Ghana Limited
Bank Address : Starlets’ 91 Road, Opposite Accra Sports Stadium, Osu
P. O. Box GP 353, Accra, Ghana
SWIFT Code : ABNGGHAC

2) Cash on Campus

Pay the fees at our campus cashier.
Visit Campus: Property # 279-302, Agbogba, Haatso, Accra, Ghana

3) Mobile Money (MTN, Airtel, Vodafone)

Pay the fees to 0242538304

4) Pay online at acity.edu.gh

www.acity.edu.gh/accept

Please email admissions@acity.edu.gh with proof of your payment and for any assistance using the above payment methods.

Can I get a receipt for my application fee?

If you paid on-line, your e-mail confirmation is your receipt. We do not send any other acknowledgment of payment. If payment is missing, we will contact you.

What kind of admissions criteria does Academic City use?

There is no formula for gaining admission to ACity. Academic accomplishment in senior high school is important. The Admissions Team does not use quotas of any kind. We rely on academic credentials and overall performance of the student.

Who reads applications?

All applications received are read and carefully considered by our Admissions Team through a series of committee meetings.

What is Academic City's intake in a year?

ACity admits students in the fall and spring semesters, please see the admissions page for specific cohorts and intake dates for the upcoming Academic year.

Can there be refund of fees after admission or if a student withdraws from the course?

Contact admissions regarding any refunds.

Does Academic City provide financial aid or scholarships?

Yes, we provide merit-based scholarships and need-based financial aid. We also provide payment plans and can support students to apply for loans.

When will my application decision be mailed?

Upon receiving your submitted application, the Admissions Team will provide a decision within 30 days (Ghana) & 14 days (Nigeria).

I've been accepted. How long do I have to accept the offer of admission?

You must respond to admissions within 1 month of receiving your offer. Deadlines may vary if you receive an offer with financial aid or scholarship.

What documents do I need to complete the online application?

The only documents you will need are: (1) Prior educational qualifications and transcript, (2) Equivalence of your qualifications for candidates from foreign language institutes. *Additional optional documents such as certificates of achievement and/or training may improve your application.

How/When do I apply for student housing?

Simply indicate on your online application or paper application by ticking the box that asks if you need student housing. Academic City will take care of the rest.

Admissions Undergraduate Programmes