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The University of Ghana (UG) has issued an official statement to clarify public concerns surrounding approved fees for the 2025/2026 academic year, emphatically stating that there has been no increase in Academic Facility User Fees (AFUF).
In the statement dated 15th January 2026 and signed by the Office of the Registrar, the University reaffirmed its full compliance with the Fees and Charges (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2022 (Act 1080) and directives from the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC).
No Increase in AFUF
UG stressed that AFUF for the 2025/2026 academic year remains unchanged and has stayed at the same level charged since the 2023/2024 academic year, countering claims of fee hikes circulating in public discourse and media commentary.
As a public institution, the University noted that all statutory fees are implemented only after approval by Parliament, while the University Council provides oversight to ensure that decisions align with established governance processes.
SRC and Student-Led Charges Explained
According to the University, recent adjustments within the fee structure arose from student-led consultations and advocacy. These included charges introduced by recognised student bodies such as the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) and the Graduate Students’ Association of Ghana (GRASAG).
Following engagements involving University management, student leaders, the Deputy Minister for Education, GTEC, and other stakeholders on Thursday, 8th January 2026, it was agreed that:
- The SRC Development Levy would be set at GH¢200, following SRC-led consultations aimed at supporting student-focused initiatives.
- The Telecel data package would be offered strictly as an optional service, allowing students to opt out if they choose.
75th Anniversary Levy Not New
UG also clarified that the 75th Anniversary Levy is not a newly introduced charge. The levy supports an ongoing legacy project — the Multipurpose Student Experience Centre, which was initiated during the University’s 75th anniversary in 2023. The project is intended to enhance facilities and services for both current and future students.
The University reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and accountability, highlighting its practice of clear fee itemisation to help students, parents, and guardians understand the specific cost components and services supported.
UG further noted that it has consistently worked to ease the financial burden on students by reducing the required percentage of fees for registration from 70% to 50%, allowing students to complete registration upon payment of half of their approved fees, with flexible arrangements for settling outstanding balances.
The statement concludes by underscoring the University’s dedication to clarity, engagement, and strict compliance with regulatory requirements, as it continues to prioritise a student-centred approach in line with its 2024–2029 Strategic Plan.
