Admissions
How to Apply
Follow our step-by-step guide to apply for an undergraduate or postgraduate programme at the University of Cape Coast.
The Process
Five steps to your place at UCC
Explore Programmes
Browse our catalogue to find a programme that fits your academic background and career goals. Check cut-off points and entry requirements before proceeding.
Browse ProgrammesCheck Your Eligibility
Review the specific entry requirements for your chosen programme. Ensure your WASSCE/SSSCE results or qualifications meet the cut-off points.
View RequirementsPurchase a Voucher
Buy an application voucher from any authorised bank or Ghana Post. International applicants do not need a voucher — visit international.ucc.edu.gh instead.
Complete Your Application
Visit the UCC Application Portal at application.ucc.edu.gh. Log in using your voucher serial number, fill in your personal details, select your programme choices (up to three), and upload required documents.
Apply NowTrack Your Application
After submitting, you can check your admission status online. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for further steps including medical examination and registration.
Check Admission StatusKey Dates
Application Deadlines
Graduate Admission
3 datesVoucher Sales Open
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Voucher Sales Deadline
Friday, July 17, 2026
Deadline for purchase of application vouchers.
Document Submission Deadline
Friday, July 31, 2026
Two copies of completed application documents must reach the School of Graduate Studies by this date.
Regular Admission
3 datesVoucher Sales Open
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Purchase vouchers from selected banks and offices.
Application Deadline
Monday, June 15, 2026
Last date to submit completed online applications.
Supplementary Application Deadline
Friday, June 19, 2026
Extended deadline for supplementary applications.
Deadlines are subject to change. Check apply.ucc.edu.gh for the most up-to-date information.
Voucher Purchase
Where to Buy Your Voucher
Purchase an application voucher from any of these authorised banks and institutions across Ghana. You will use the voucher serial number to access the online application portal.
ADB Bank
ARB Apex Bank
Absa Bank Ghana
Access Bank Ghana
Cal Bank
Consolidated Bank Ghana
Ecobank Ghana
Fidelity Bank
First Atlantic Bank
GCB Bank
Ghana Commercial Bank (Cape Coast Branch)
Ghana Dot Com
Ghana Post
Guaranty Trust Bank Ghana
NIB Bank
OmniBisc Bank
Prudential Bank
Republic Bank
Stanbic Bank Ghana
Standard Chartered Bank Ghana
UCC Accra Office, Tesano
UCC Admissions Office
UCC Distance Learning Office
UCC School of Graduate Studies
Zenith Bank Ghana
- Phone
- +233 33 213 2480
- Application Portal
- apply.ucc.edu.gh
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the UCC application process. Can't find your answer? Visit the application portal for more.
Yes, Ghanaian applicants must purchase an application voucher from an authorised bank or Ghana Post before accessing the online portal. International applicants are exempt and should visit international.ucc.edu.gh.
Ready to apply?
Take the next step and begin your journey at UCC.