University of Professional Studies, Accra: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #6006 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #226 of 1,104 | In Africa |
| #11 of 67 | In Ghana |
| #3 of 33 | In Accra |
| #741 of 1,037 | For Tax Law |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 60%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- upsa.edu.gh
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 60% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE)/West African Senior School Examination (WASSCE) of the West African Examinations Council with Passes in English Language (Core), Mathematics (Core), Integrated Science (Core) and any other three subjects with an aggregate score of 24 or better. |
| Academic Calendar | August to December; January to May |
We've calculated the 60% acceptance rate for University of Professional Studies, Accra based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
University of Professional Studies, Accra has published 1,321 scientific papers with 12,379 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Political Science, Business, Law, Economics, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Sociology, Mathematics, and Psychology.
University of Professional Studies, Accra majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 1 | 1 |
| 1994 | 0 | 2 |
| 1995 | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 | 1 | 2 |
| 1997 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 | 0 | 4 |
| 2000 | 0 | 7 |
| 2001 | 0 | 2 |
| 2002 | 0 | 2 |
| 2003 | 0 | 2 |
| 2004 | 0 | 3 |
| 2005 | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | 4 | 1 |
| 2009 | 0 | 5 |
| 2010 | 2 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 | 1 |
| 2012 | 13 | 13 |
| 2013 | 29 | 25 |
| 2014 | 48 | 43 |
| 2015 | 29 | 79 |
| 2016 | 49 | 88 |
| 2017 | 55 | 176 |
| 2018 | 67 | 303 |
| 2019 | 95 | 474 |
| 2020 | 144 | 795 |
| 2021 | 188 | 1405 |
| 2022 | 192 | 2055 |
| 2023 | 240 | 3131 |
| 2024 | 150 | 3585 |
Tuition
| Local studetns | Undergraduate, 1,265 per annum; postgraduate, 3,950 per annum. (GHS) |
|---|
The University of Professional Studies, Accra has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Professional Studies, Accra.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | No | No | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | No | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | No | No | No |
| Environmental Science | No | No | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | No |
| Mathematics | No | No | No |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | No | No | No |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | No |
| Certificate | Business Administration |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | Accountancy, Banking, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing |
| Master's Degree | Accountancy, Computer Science, Finance, Leadership, Management, Marketing |
Notable alumni
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Otumfuo Nana Osei Tutu II
- Enrolled in the University of Professional Studies, Accra
- Studied accounting
- Occupations
- consultantbusinessperson
- Biography
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Osei Tutu II is the 16th Asantehene, enstooled on 26 April 1999. By name, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is in direct succession to the 17th-century founder of the Ashanti Empire, Otumfuo Osei Tutu I. He is also the Chancellor of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. A Freemason, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has served as the Grand Patron of the Grand Lodge of Ghana, the Sword Bearer of the United Grand Lodge of England and the Grand Patron of the Grand Lodge of Liberia.
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Stonebwoy
- Occupations
- musician
- Biography
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Livingstone Etse Satekla, better known by his stage name Stonebwoy, is a Ghanaian Afropop, Afro-dancehall and reggae musician from Ashaiman, Accra.
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Black Sherif
- Occupations
- musicianrapper
- Biography
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Mohammed Ismail Sherif Kwaku Frimpong, professionally known as Black Sherif, formerly Blacko, is a Ghanaian singer, rapper and fashion model. He initially gained popularity in 2021 with his song "First Sermon," which he released in May 2021. This was followed up with the "Second Sermon" in July 2021.
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George Akuffo Dampare
- Occupations
- police force
- Biography
-
George Akuffo Dampare is a Ghanaian chartered accountant and police officer. He was appointed as the acting Inspector General of Police of the Ghana Police Service by President Nana Akufo-Addo on 21 July 2021 effective 1 August 2021, taking over from James Oppong-Boanuh who had been serving since October 2019.
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Mildred Ashong
- Occupations
- rappersingersongwriter
- Biography
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Eazzy is the professional name of Mildred Ashong, a Ghanaian singer, rapper, and songwriter.
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Gasmilla
- Years
- 1984-.. (age 41)
- Occupations
- musician
- Biography
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Odartei Milla Lamptey popularly known as Gasmilla or International Fisherman, is a Ghanaian Hiplife artist. He is noted for his hit songs Aboodatoi and Telemo ft. Capasta and creating the Azonto Dance and Genre. He is an Afro-pop singer and a songwriter.
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Benjamin Yeboah Sekyere
- Enrolled in the University of Professional Studies, Accra
- Graduated with Master of Business Administration in accounting
- Occupations
- accountantpolitician
- Biography
-
Benjamin Yeboah Sekyere is a Ghanaian politician and was a member of the Seventh Parliament and the 8th Parliament of the Fourth Republic of Ghana, representing the Tano South Constituency in the Ahafo region on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party. He was the deputy minister of the Ahafo region.
University of Professional Studies, Accra faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Accounting and Finance | Accountancy, Banking, Finance |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Information and Communication Studies | Communication Studies, Information Technology, Public Relations |
| Faculty : Law | Law |
| Faculty : Management Studies | Business Administration, Management, Marketing |
| School : Graduate Studies | Accountancy, Banking, Business Administration, Finance, Management, Marketing, Public Relations |
General information
| Alternative names | UPSA |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1965 |
| Accreditation | National Accreditation Board |
| Motto | Scholarship with Professionalism |
| Colors | blue, gold |
Location and contacts
| Address | P.O. Box LG 149 Legon, Greater Accra Ghana |
|---|---|
| City population | 1,782,000 |