Exchange: Ashesi University

Ashesi University is recognized as one of the finest universities in Africa, with a proven track record of preparing students for leadership and service. Located in Ghana, this private, non-profit university combines a rigorous multidisciplinary core with degree programs in Computer Science, Business Administration, Management Information Systems, and Engineering. Ashesi University’s mission is to propel an African renaissance by educating ethical, entrepreneurial leaders.

Students going to Ashesi University for course-work exchange are eligible for an award up to CAD 10,000 by Ashesi Foundation.

Credit Equivalency: 8.5 Ashesi Unit = 5.0 FCE

Available Courses: Check here.

Housing: Housing is guaranteed for nominated exchange students from U of T who submit their housing application by the deadline stipulated by the host institution. Students must follow instructions from the host institution, and specific room types and/or locations may not be guaranteed. Please find more information here

Location

Country(ies): Ghana
City: Accra
Institution: University

Status

Accepting Applications: Yes
Timeline: Fall (Aug-Dec), Winter (Jan-Jun) and Full-Year (Aug-Jun)
Run By: CIE
For Credit: Yes

Deadlines: Fall/Full Year Deadline: January 14, 2026
Winter Deadline: April 8, 2026

Details

Language of Study: English
Level of Study: Undergrad, Graduate
Subjects Available at Host: All
Program Type: Study
Tuition & Incidentals: Paid to UofT
Program Fees: No fee
Funding: IE Award, Ashesi Foundation

Eligibility

Schools/Faculties: Applied Science and Engineering (Undergrad), Arts and Science (St. George, Undergrad), UTM (Undergrad), UTSC (Undergrad), Faculty of Information (Undergrad), Faculty of Music, John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape and Design, Kinesiology and Physical Education (Undergrad), School of Graduate Studies
Requirements: Minimum CGPA: 3.00 (undergraduates) or B (Graduates).