The University of Ghana has formally addressed the ongoing public discussions regarding student fees for the 2025/2026 academic year, clarifying that there has been no increase in core tuition costs.
In a detailed statement released by the Office of the Registrar, the institution emphasized its commitment to transparency and legal compliance following recent media commentary.
In a move to provide clarity to students and parents, the university explicitly stated, “We reiterate that the University of Ghana has not increased academic facility user fees (AFUF) for the 2025/2026 academic year.”
According to management, these specific fees have remained at the same level since the 2023/2024 academic cycle.
The university maintained that all statutory fees are implemented in strict accordance with the Fees and Charges (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2022 (Act 1080) and under the oversight of the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC).
Addressing the specific components of the current fee structure that have sparked debate, the university explained that certain charges were the result of internal student-led advocacy rather than administrative mandates.
Specifically, following a meeting with the Deputy Minister for Education and student leaders on January 8, 2026, it was agreed that the SRC Development Levy would be set at GHC 200.
Furthermore, the university clarified that the Telecel data package, which appeared on fee schedules, is “structured as an optional service, designed to support students’ academic and digital connectivity needs,” and that students remain free to opt out.
The administration also defended the inclusion of the 75th Anniversary Levy, noting it is not a new charge but a contribution toward the “multipurpose Student Experience Centre,” a legacy project initiated in 2023.
To alleviate the financial pressure on families, the university highlighted its policy of allowing registration upon the payment of 50% of approved fees, rather than the previous 70% requirement.
As the institution moves forward, it remains focused on its 2024–2029 Strategic Plan, which prioritizes a “Transformative Student Experience.”
Management of the university affirmed that “all decisions and actions align with national law, requisite ministerial approval, and established governance frameworks,” while pledging to continue constructive engagement with student leadership and government stakeholders to balance institutional sustainability with student welfare.
