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Student Financial Support Office

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General Bursary — Main 2026/2027

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By the numbers

Disbursed to students, all time

GH₵ 6,589,255

The General-Bursary record across every cycle the office has run — canonical and migrated history combined. Totals count only awards with a confirmed amount.

2,610
Awards made
1,933
Beneficiaries
4
Donor schemes
This cycle 162 applications received · 0 awards made

In their words

Words cannot explain how I felt that day. This scholarship was the only option I had. I immediately screamed with joy when I got the message. I couldn't stop viewing the message. All I had to say was thank you Jesus because all hope was lost. I want to use this opportunity to thank Stufso for their support for poor but brilliant students. I encourage everyone having problems with the payment of fees but the aim of making it in the future to apply for the scholarship.
Ruth Awortwe · Student
I remember on 6th December 2021, I was lying on my bed, it was Saturday morning and I was praying for God to manifest Himself in my life particularly my education because I had no hope of how I will get money to pay for the next academic year. As I was praying, I saw a notification so I paused to check and lo and behold, I received a message of congratulations from UCC. StufSO of being awarded the wonderful scholarship. I just shouted " Thank you Jesus", I gave thanks to God and quickly, I run to tell my mom. We all became very happy. My family and I are much grateful for granting me this opportunity to be a beneficiary. God bless StufSO.
Charlotte Owusu · Student
The scholarship came at a point when I needed it the most. It was actually a dream come true for me. I cannot explain the joy I experienced when I received the email that my school fees had been paid in full. God bless UCC for this scholarship.
Clara Ayandoh · Student
When we say a father to the fatherless, I can boldly say it is the UCC financial support office. A friend born in times of distress, words can not express my heartfelt appreciation for being a beneficiary, I was so overwhelmed when I received the email about being awarded in fact I could not sleep. May God continue to shower his blessing and touch other organizations to support their good intentions for their students. As a beneficiary, I urge every student who is brilliant but needy to tap into this opportunity. I am willing to contribute to this office in the near future. Thank you so much. 
Mary Ofori · Student
For me, it was a great step of faith to use my savings to pay for my admission and tuition fees to enter the university. I literally had no idea how I was gonna settle for my fees for the subsequent years. It was a great relief when I heard that a student support office has been established and that I could be awarded a scholarship. After I finally got awarded the scholarship, I was happy, very encouraged and more focused to achieve greater heights. The student support office is great initiation and a blessing to me and my other awardees I believe. Thank you STUFSO.
Eshun Emmanuel · Student
I will say I least expected it, I was surprised to see that I was awarded the scholarship, for a moment I couldn't talk and I couldn't express my joy. But one thought that kept "ringing in my mind was some burden had been lifted from dad and gradually you are getting there". Then I couldn't control my Joy, I started screaming. This scholarship was my all and I thank God I had it. Thank you UCC for such an opportunity.   
Godwin Botchway · Student

Before you apply

How applying works

Check your eligibility, prepare your documents, and apply behind your student login. The how-to guide walks you through every step.

  1. 01

    Submit

    You complete the short form and submit before the call deadline.

  2. 02

    Under review

    The office checks your details and supporting documents.

  3. 03

    Decision

    You see the outcome in the portal, with the reason where relevant.

  4. 04

    Disbursement

    If you are awarded, support is paid to your verified account.

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Report on the 6th UCC Scholarship Awards Ceremony

The Students’ Financial Support Office of the University of Cape Coast held its 6th Scholarship Awards Ceremony on 24th November 2025 at the New Academic Board Chamber, recognising beneficiaries of…

9 Dec 2025

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