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About
The University of Cape Coast (UCC) is a public collegiate university situated in the historic town of Cape Coast in Ghana, known for its scenic seafront campus overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Established in 1962, its initial mission was to train graduate professional teachers for Ghana's educational institutions. Today, UCC is recognized as the top university in Ghana and West Africa for research influence by Times Higher Education.
UNIREAL Score
70/100A 0–100 score. For most universities it reflects research activity (publications indexed by OpenAlex); ranking, awards and student achievements are added where we have them. How is this calculated?
- Research activity
- 70
Overview
- Country
- Ghana
- City
- Cape Coast
- Established
- 1962
- Students
- 78,485
- Programs
- 531
- Tuition (yearly)
- €6,830
- Admission period
- Applications for the 2026/2027 academic year are open
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Frequently asked questions
Where is University of Cape Coast?
University of Cape Coast is located in Cape Coast, Ghana.
How much does it cost to study at University of Cape Coast?
Typical yearly tuition at University of Cape Coast is about €6,830. Fees vary by program and are often higher for students from outside the EU, so confirm the current amount on the university’s website.
When can I apply to University of Cape Coast?
Admission at University of Cape Coast usually runs Applications for the 2026/2027 academic year are open.
What can I study at University of Cape Coast?
University of Cape Coast offers about 531 programs, including Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MB ChB), B.Ed. Accounting, B.Sc. Actuarial Science, B.Sc. Agribusiness, B.Sc. Agricultural Economics.
What is the UNIREAL Score of University of Cape Coast?
University of Cape Coast has a UNIREAL Score of 70/100, calculated from: research activity.
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