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UPSA 2026/2027 Admissions Fully Open Complete Guide to University of Professional Studies, Accra – Programmes, Deadlines, Requirements & How to Apply

The University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) has officially opened applications for the 2026/2027 academic year across undergraduate, diploma, top-up, and postgraduate programmes.

Known as Ghana’s leading university for professional and business education, UPSA continues to attract thousands of applicants every year because of its strong industry focus, excellent employability record, and flexible study options (morning, evening, weekend, and distance learning).

Whether you’re a fresh SHS graduate, a working professional, or looking to pursue a Master’s or PhD, applications are now open but some deadlines are very close.

Current Admission Status (April 18, 2026)

Undergraduate & Diploma Programmes : Open
Postgraduate Programmes (MBA, MSc, MA, MPhil, LLM, PhD) : Open (including January 2026 intake)

Important Closing Dates for 2026/2027

Category	Closing Date	Notes
Post-First Degree LLB	Saturday, 2 May 2026	Very soon
Mature Applicants	Friday, 5 June 2026	Includes Access Course
PhD Programmes	Friday, 29 May 2026	Management, Public Policy, etc.
Postgraduate (MBA, MSc, MA, MPhil, LLM, Distance) & Undergraduate Top-up	Friday, 21 August 2026	Main deadline for most programmes
WASSCE/Regular Undergraduate & 4-Year LLB	To be announced	Expected mid-2026

Available Programmes at UPSA (2026/2027)

Undergraduate Programmes (BSc / BA / LLB)

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
BSc Data Science and Analytics
BSc Applied Statistics
BA Communication Studies
BA Applied French and Communications
BSc Accounting
BSc Banking and Finance
BSc Marketing
BSc Business Administration (with various specialisations)
BSc Information Technology & many more professional programmes

Postgraduate Programmes (Very Popular for January 2026 Intake)

MBA (2 years)

MBA Accounting & Finance
MBA Auditing
MBA Corporate Governance
MBA Corporate Communications
MBA Marketing
MBA Assets & Wealth Management
MBA Management Information Systems, etc.

LLM (1 year)

LLM Competition & Consumer Protection Law
LLM Natural Resources & Climate Change Law
LLM International Business & Commercial Law

MSc / MA (1 year)

MSc Information Systems
MSc Procurement Management
MSc Insurance Risk Management
MA Brands & Communications Management
MA Digital & Strategic Marketing Management
MA Peace, Security & Intelligence Management

MPhil Programmes

MPhil Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Leadership, Media & Digital Communications Management, etc.

PhD Programmes

PhD in Management
PhD in Public Policy & Leadership

Distance Learning Options also available for several MBA programmes.

Entry Requirements

Undergraduate

WASSCE/SSSCE: Credit passes (A1–C6) in English, Core Mathematics, and any three relevant electives
Minimum aggregate varies by programme (usually between 8–24)
Mature applicants: Minimum age 25 by 5 June 2026 + pass Mature Access Course & Entrance Exams

Postgraduate

Relevant Bachelor’s degree with minimum CGPA of 2.5 (some programmes require 3.0)
For PhD: Master’s degree with CGPA of 3.0 or above + research proposal
Working experience is an added advantage for many MBA/MA programmes

International Applicants

Qualifications must be evaluated by GTEC
English proficiency required where applicable

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

Purchase Online Serial Number (OSN)
- MoMo shortcode: *8879#
- Or buy from Access Bank, Ecobank, Ghana Post, or any authorised vendor
Visit the Portal Go to https://www.upsasip.com/adm-area or https://admissions.upsa.edu.gh/
Complete the Online Form Fill in your personal details, academic records, and programme choices.
Upload Required Documents
- Results slips/certificates
- Birth certificate / Ghana Card / Passport
- Passport photo
Submit and Print Confirmation