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GETFund Postgraduate Foreign Scholarship 2026/27: Deadline Extended to May 15 – Apply Now

Great news for Ghanaian students aspiring to study abroad: The Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) has officially extended the application deadline for its highly competitive Postgraduate Foreign Scholarship for the 2026/2027 academic year. According to a public announcement, the new deadline is 15th May 2026, pushed forward from the original 30th April 2026 cutoff.

If you dream of pursuing a Master’s or PhD at a top university outside Ghana with full government sponsorship, this is your opportunity. Below, we break down everything you need to know from the extracted announcement to the full scholarship details, eligibility, required documents, and how to apply.

The Official Announcement (Extracted Text)

The flyer you shared contains the following key information:

Scholarship: GETFund Postgraduate Foreign Scholarship
Academic Year: 2026/27
Deadline: Extended from 30th April 2026 to 15th May 2026
Application Portal: scholarships.getfund.gov.gh
Social Media Handle: @fygetfund

All applicants are required to use the official GETFund Scholarship Portal. No other application method is accepted.

What is the GETFund Postgraduate Foreign Scholarship?

The GETFund Foreign Scholarship is a fully-funded government of Ghana programme designed to build national human resource capacity. It provides financial support to brilliant but needy Ghanaian students to pursue Master’s (MSc/MA/MPhil) and Doctorate (PhD) degrees in critical fields at accredited universities outside Ghana.

The scholarship is highly prestigious and aims to fill gaps in sectors vital to national development particularly in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), Health Sciences, and select areas of the Humanities and Social Sciences.

Benefits of the Scholarship

This is a full scholarship. Successful applicants typically receive:

Full tuition fees for the duration of the programme.
A generous monthly living allowance (stipend) to cover accommodation, feeding, and incidentals.
Return airfare (economy class) from Ghana to the study destination.
Book and research allowance (for PhD students especially).
Medical insurance coverage.
Visa application fees (often included).

The scholarship is designed to ensure that scholars can focus entirely on their studies without financial stress. However, beneficiaries are bonded to return to Ghana upon completion to contribute their acquired skills to national development.

Who Can Apply? (Eligibility Criteria)

While the flyer doesn’t restate the full criteria, from the established GETFund guidelines, you are eligible if you:

Are a Ghanaian citizen by birth and hold a valid Ghanaian passport.
Have a minimum of a Second Class (Upper Division) Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university for Master’s applicants. For PhD applicants, a good Master’s degree in a relevant field is required.
Must have secured admission to an accredited foreign university for a full-time Master’s or PhD programme. The admission letter must be for the 2026/2027 academic year and the programme must be in a priority area. Past priority areas include:
- Engineering (all branches)
- Computer Science and IT
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine
- Nursing and Midwifery
- Allied Health Sciences
- Agricultural Sciences
- Economics and Finance
- Technical and Vocational Education
- Some specific Humanities programmes (check the portal).
Age limit: Generally, Master’s applicants should be under 35 years, and PhD applicants under 40 years (by the date of application). Some flexibility may exist for well-justified cases, but this is strict.
Not already be on another government scholarship for the same programme.

Important: You do not need to have already completed a National Service to apply, but you must show proof of admission and meet all academic requirements.

Documents Required

The GETFund online portal will require you to upload clear scanned copies of the following documents (as a general guide based on previous years; check the specific 2026/27 requirements on the portal):

A completed online application form (generated on the portal).
Admission letter from an accredited foreign university (conditional or unconditional).
Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting academic, professional, and research experience.
Certified copies of all academic certificates and transcripts (Bachelor’s, Master’s, etc.).
Ghanaian passport biodata page (must be valid for at least one year).
A Statement of Purpose / Motivation Letter explaining why you chose the programme, how it aligns with national development goals, and your future plans.
Two to three referee reports (academic and/or professional) on prescribed forms downloaded from the portal.
PhD applicants will usually need to upload a detailed research proposal.
Any other document specified on the portal, such as a birth certificate, NIA card, or employer’s endorsement if currently employed.

A crucial tip: Incomplete applications are automatically rejected. Start early and ensure your admission letter clearly states the programme duration and area of study.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

Visit the official GETFund Scholarship Portal: scholarships.getfund.gov.gh
Create an account with a valid email and phone number.
Select the “Postgraduate Foreign Scholarship 2026/27” application type.
Fill out the online application form carefully. Double-check all personal and academic details.
Upload all required documents in the specified formats (usually PDF or JPEG, under defined file sizes).
Submit your completed application before the deadline. You should receive a confirmation message and an application reference number.