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Locations: Legon, Ghana
Program Terms: Fall, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Spring	2028	02/15/2027 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
Fall	2027	05/01/2027	05/01/2027	09/25/2027	12/21/2027
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction:	English	Minimum GPA:	3.0

Program Description:

Engineering, Technology + Sciences

Legon, Ghana

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Program Overview

Your Engineering, Technology + Sciences program in Legon lasts 13 weeks and offers you an integrated global learning experience that connects your coursework with real-world applications. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU, that focus on science, technology, engineering, or math. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities related to engineering, technology, and science. Live and learn in Legon!

Unique Experiences

Track deforestation patterns

and analyze environmental changes using cutting-edge GIS technology at Ghana's Center for Environmental Research

Examine the latest solar energy innovations

at BUI Power Authority, a pioneering institution in renewable energy, and learn about sustainable power sources

Study the health of marine ecosystems

by collecting and analyzing water samples along the Volta River estuary

Learn More About Legon

Your Destination

Legon is Ghana's vibrant academic hub, renowned for its leadership in research, innovation, and community development. The area is a growing center for cutting-edge research, entrepreneurial spirit, and sustainable practices, with pioneering projects in agriculture, renewable energy, and social entrepreneurship. With its rich cultural heritage, scenic landscapes, lively markets, and commitment to progress, Legon is the perfect place to study engineering, technology, and science abroad.

Housing

CIEE Legon offers various housing options, which include homestays, off-campus hostel, and off-campus apartment-style housing. Housing options are located around the Legon campus, with convenient?access to downtown Accra (roughly 60 minutes drive) but are close to the CIEE Legon study center on campus (30 to 45 minutes drive).

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture and commitment to engineering, technology, and science.
Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit independent research project or service-learning project for increased professional development opportunities.

Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Legon will open doors for you to explore Ghana's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

Visit tech companies providing solutions for the health and agriculture sectors of the Ghanaian economy
Engage with the community of Adoteiman on maternal healthcare with the Divine Peace Peri-Urban Maternity Home
Take a trip to Cape Coast in the Central region to visit the Assin Manso ancestral river, slave dungeons, and the Kakum National Park and Forest Reserve

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

Academics

CIEE Legon: Study on the University of Ghana’s campus, located in the quiet suburbs of Accra. CIEE Legon features three main classrooms, a general space that can also serve as a large classroom, a modest library, a lounge area for relaxation, and a vast outdoor space (with a mini football field and a basketball court).

The Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) was founded in 1961 through a partnership between the Ghanaian government and the United Nations. It began as the Institute of Public Administration to help improve Ghana’s public service. Today, GIMPA offers programs in business, leadership, public administration, technology, and social sciences. Courses are designed to be engaging and practical, with a strong focus on real-world application of knowledge. GIMPA is known as one of Ghana’s top schools for management and leadership training. The campus is just five minutes by public transport from the CIEE study center.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

Internships

Ghana's work scene is vibrant and diverse, driven by a growing creative economy in the arts and traditional sectors like trade and services. It reflects a dynamic blend of innovation and cultural heritage, making it a hub across various fields.

Industry options include:

Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Education and Training
Health Science
Information Technology
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

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What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext Travel Protection included

Questions?

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