Ghana Institute of Journalism: Statistics

Updated: May 03, 2026 EliteDegrees

Position	Category
# 9823 of 14,131	In the World
# 469 of 1,104	In Africa
# 36 of 67	In Ghana

Quick Review

Acceptance rate

71%

Languages

English

Type

Non-profit

Funding

Public-private partnership

Website

gij.edu.gh

Acceptance rate & Admissions

Acceptance Rate	71%

We've calculated the 71% acceptance rate for Ghana Institute of Journalism 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.

Tuition

Below is the standard credit pricing for the various degree levels offered at Ghana Institute of Journalism.

Degree Level	Cost Per Credit
Associate Degree	1,749 CR
Bachelor Program	1,950 CR
Master Program	2,149 CR
Ph.D. / Doctoral	2,850 CR

Final tuition fees may vary based on specific department requirements, residency status, and selected elective courses. Please contact the admissions office for a detailed financial breakdown.

Ghana Institute of Journalism faculties and divisions

Explore the various academic institutes, schools, and campuses that make up Ghana Institute of Journalism.

Institute : Film and Television

Cinema and Television Film Radio and Television Broadcasting

Institute : Journalism

Advertising and Publicity Communication Arts Journalism Marketing Media Studies Public Relations

Institute : Languages

Business Administration Translation and Interpretation

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 Ghana Institute of Journalism.

Programs	Bachelor	Master	Doctoral
Art & Design	No	No	No
Biology	No	No	No
Business	Yes	Yes	No
Chemistry	No	No	No
Computer Science	No	No	No
Economics	Yes	Yes	No
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	No	No	No

Bachelor's Degree

Communication Arts Journalism Marketing Public Relations

Master's Degree

Communication Arts Journalism Marketing Public Relations

Master of Philosophy

Public Relations

17 Notable alumni

1. Umaru Sanda Amadu

1987-. (aged 39)

broadcast journalist

Umaru Sanda Amadu is a Ghanaian media personality and broadcast journalist on Citi FM and Citi TV conglomerate. He anchors news bulletins including Eyewitness News on radio and CitiNewsroom on TV. He also hosts the weekly FaceToFace personality-driven discussion show on Citi TV. Umaru Sanda is known in the media fraternity as the 'cowboy journalist'; taking inspiration from his days...

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2. Nana Achampong

1964-. (aged 62)

writer

Nana Sandy Achampong is a Ghanaian media practitioner, novelist, poet and educator. He has worked in the fields of journalism, public relations, advertising, marketing, the visual arts and literature in Ghana, the United Kingdom and the United States. He is an author of books that cover the different genres of poetry, play, for children, fiction, non-fiction, Christian, media and anthology....

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3. Akua Dansua

1958-. (aged 68)

journalist diplomat minister politician

Akua Sena Dansua is an experienced Ghanaian media and communications consultant, politician and governance and leadership practitioner. She was the Member of Parliament for North Dayi in Ghana and former ambassador to Germany.

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4. Bridget Otoo

journalist

Bridget Otoo is a Ghanaian freelance journalist, media personality and public relations officer. She previously served with TV3 Network Limited as a broadcaster and news anchor.

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All 17 notable alumni