The University of Ghana (UG) has defended its approved fees for the 2025/2026 academic year, emphasizing that Academic Facility User Fees have not been increased and that the institution remains fully committed to complying with legal and regulatory requirements.
This follows directives from the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), which warned UG to adhere strictly to the fees approved by the Ministry of Education for the academic year, noting that any deviation could attract sanctions.
In a statement released on Thursday, January 15, 2026, UG’s Office of the Registrar clarified that all statutory fees are implemented only after parliamentary approval and under the oversight of the University Council and GTEC. The University stressed that Academic Facility User Fees have remained unchanged since the 2023/2024 academic year.
Management explained that adjustments in other components of the fee structure were based on student-led recommendations through the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) and the Graduate Students Association of Ghana (GRASAG), which were approved by the University Council following proper procedures.
UG noted that on January 8, 2026, officials met with the Deputy Minister for Education, GTEC, and student leaders to discuss the upcoming academic year’s fees. At the meeting, the SRC Development Levy was confirmed at GH¢200, following student consultations, and the optional Telecel data package was clarified as a voluntary service to support academic and digital connectivity.
Regarding the 75th Anniversary Levy, the University emphasized that it is not a new charge but contributes to the multipurpose Student Experience Centre, a legacy project launched during UG’s 75th anniversary in 2023 to enhance student facilities and services.
The University reiterated its commitment to transparency and accountability, ensuring that all fees are clearly itemized for students, parents, and guardians. Measures such as reducing the registration payment requirement from 70% to 50% of approved fees and scholarship opportunities through the Student Financial Aid Office are in place to ease students’ financial burden.
UG concluded that it remains focused on constructive engagement with GTEC, government authorities, and student leaders to ensure that all fees and levies comply with national law, ministerial approval, and governance frameworks, while safeguarding student welfare and maintaining academic quality.
