KNUST Admission for the 2025/2026 Academic Year

Brief History of KNUST (Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology)

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) is Ghana’s premier science and technology university, and one of the top-ranked institutions in Africa.

Founding & Origins

• Established: 1951 as the Kumasi College of Technology.
• It began by admitting 200 teacher training students and initially operated under the University of London system.
• In 1952, it absorbed the School of Architecture, Surveying and Building from Achimota School.

Transition to University Status

• In 1961, under the leadership of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s first president, it gained full university status through an Act of Parliament.
• Renamed the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in his honor.
• It became the first university in West Africa focused specifically on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education.

Growth & Global Impact

• Over the decades, KNUST has evolved into a leading research-intensive institution, producing professionals in fields like engineering, pharmacy, architecture, medicine, and ICT.
• It is a member of global university networks such as the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) and the Worldwide Universities Network (WUN).

Current Structure

• KNUST has 6 colleges:

  1. College of Engineering

  2. College of Science

  3. College of Humanities and Social Sciences

  4. College of Art and Built Environment

  5. College of Health Sciences

  6. College of Agriculture and Natural Resources

• The university's main campus is in Kumasi, with satellite campuses and distance learning centres across Ghana.

Reputation

• Ranked consistently among Africa’s top 20 universities.
• Known for innovation, practical training, and strong ties to industry.
• Alumni include engineers, doctors, architects, tech entrepreneurs, and public leaders across Ghana and the diaspora.

KNUST (Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology) Admission for the 2025/2026 Academic Year:

1. Forms & Admission Portal

• To apply, visit the official portal: apps.knust.edu.gh/admissions

• Begin by creating an account with a valid email, then verify it via the confirmation 

• Purchase an e‑voucher to access the application form:

  • Ghanaian applicants: GH₵290 via adesuadeals.com

  • International applicants: US $100–110 (USD$100 standard; some sources mention US$110 or GH₵1,550 equivalent)

• Voucher can be bought: on Adesuadeals.com

  1. Online via portal with VISA/MasterCard/MoMo via https://adesuadeals.com/

  2. Once purchased, upload and verify voucher in the portal to proceed 

2. Application Deadlines

• Undergraduate (Regular & Top‑Up): 31 October 2025 
• International & mature/top‑up applicants: same deadline, 31 October 2025 
• Distance Learning (IDL) undergraduates/diplomas: Deadline extended to 15 December 2025 
• Ghanaian students awaiting WASSCE results may apply after results are released, typically with a 1‑week correction window

3. Entry Requirements

A. Undergraduates

• WASSCE/SSSCE holders: Credits (A1–C6 or A–D) in English, Maths, Integrated Science and ≥3 electives; aggregate ≤24 
• GBCE/ABCE holders: Credits in 6 GBCE (including English & Business Maths) and 3 compulsory + 3 optional ABCE subjects 
• Advanced-level & IB/IGCSE: Equivalent academic credentials accepted; Ghanaian IB students pay same GH₵250 

B. Mature & Top‑Up Applicants

• Mature applicants (age ≥ 25): WASSCE/SSSCE/GCE level requirements plus entrance exam or interview; HND holders require 3 years’ work experience 

• Top‑Up programmes: e.g. Pharm D require professional background (e.g. 3 years post-registration experience) knust.edu.gh

C. International Applicants

• Must provide equivalency certificates for foreign qualifications.
• English-proficiency proof required for francophone/foreign-language credentials

4. Application Documents

Upload scanned copies of all relevant documents, including:

• Birth certificate or ECOWAS ID
• WASSCE/SSSCE/GCE/A-Level/IB/other transcripts
• Professional certificates (if applicable)
• Evidence of name-change (Gazette or equivalent, 5+ years old) knust.edu.gh

No hard copies are required at submission, though some sources note hard-copy delivery may be needed post-submission for Obuasi campus or by Ghana Post 

5. After Submission

• Print your application upon submission .
• A one-week window for corrections opens after WASSCE results are released
• Monitor your portal for admission status—official updates are posted there.

 6. Available Programmes

KNUST’s breadth spans many disciplines:

• Sciences (BSc Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, etc.)
• Engineering (civil, mechanical, electrical, aerospace, petroleum, biomedical, etc.)
• Agriculture & Natural Resources
• Humanities & Social Sciences (Economics, Media, Public Administration, Law, etc.)
• Health Sciences (Pharmacy, Medicine [PharmD, MBChB], Nursing, Physiotherapy, Veterinary Medicine)

Summary

KNUST undergraduate admission for 2025/2026 is centralized through the apps.knust.edu.gh/admissions portal, with forms available now and the main application deadline on 31 October 2025 (15 December for distance learning). Applicants must purchase e‑vouchers, meet academic requirements (depending on exam type), upload scanned documents, and observe the post-submission edit window. Admission decisions are communicated via the portal.