Universities to release 2024 WASSCE Admissions from Jan. 2

Following the release of the 2024 WASSCE results by WAEC, various universities are expected to begin admissions for 2024 WASSCE graduates who passed the WAEC-administered exams from January 2, 2025.

Tertiary institutions across the country had put their admission processes for Ghanaian applicants on hold due to the delay in releasing results for first-year undergraduate applicants.

Institutions like KNUST, however, released admissions for international undergraduate applicants and directed them to commence their registration process for the 2024-2025 academic year starting January 4.

With the 2024 WASSCE results now released, tertiary institutions are expected to provide admission updates and letters to successful applicants soon.

Reliable sources from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and the University of Ghana (UG) indicate that admission offices will reactivate their processes from December 31, 2024.

Technical universities, mainstream universities, private universities, and colleges that delayed admitting WASSCE graduates are expected to expedite their processes to protect and preserve the 2024–2025 academic calendar. The calendar was nearly disrupted due to the government’s failure to settle its indebtedness to WAEC, which caused the delay in the release of the WASSCE results.

In a related development, the incoming NDC government is expected to announce the commencement of the “Stress-Free Free Fee” policy for Level 100 public tertiary students. This policy aims to relieve parents and students of the burden of paying first-semester tuition fees. Announced prior to the December 7 general elections, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) promised to implement this policy as part of its election manifesto. If implemented, it will provide significant financial relief to students and parents during the first semester.

Universities and their admission offices must release the admissions for WASSCE graduates within the shortest possible time to help preserve the academic calendars.

The President Election, John Mahama, will be expected to fulfil his Sress Free Fee Policy promise, which was a key election promise and featured prominently in the NDC’s campaign and manifesto.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) outlined several policies in its 2024 manifesto aimed at enhancing tertiary education in Ghana. The key proposals include the following:.

Free Level 100 Tertiary Education: The NDC plans to eliminate tuition fees for all first-year students in public tertiary institutions. The government will provide grants to universities to cover these costs, easing the financial burden on students and their families.
Free Tertiary Education for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs): A commitment to provide free tertiary education for PWDs, ensuring inclusivity and equal opportunities for all citizens.
Increased Funding for Public Universities: The NDC intends to boost subventions to public universities to enhance quality and learning outcomes.

These initiatives reflect the NDC’s commitment to making tertiary education more accessible, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of Ghana’s youth.

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Ghana Education News will keep readers updated on the latest developments as institutions begin releasing admission letters to 2024 WASSCE graduates who passed the exams.