International Verification
How to Verify Ghanaian University Degrees: NAB Guide
Guide to verifying education credentials from Ghana. Covers NAB accreditation, university system, and verification for degrees from Ghana.
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Ghana's higher education system
Ghana's higher education quality is assured by the National Accreditation Board (NAB). Ghana has over 180 higher education institutions, including University of Ghana (Legon) (founded 1948), Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), and University of Cape Coast. Ghana has one of the strongest higher education systems in West Africa.
Verification steps
- Check NAB accreditation — Verify the institution has NAB accreditation. VerifyED includes accredited Ghanaian institutions.
- Contact the institution — Ghanaian universities maintain registrar offices for verification.
- NAB verification — NAB can verify institutional accreditation and program status.
- Document legalization — Documents need legalization through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Key considerations
- University of Ghana — The oldest and most prestigious university in Ghana.
- English-language system — All higher education credentials are issued in English.
- Large diaspora — Significant Ghanaian diaspora creates ongoing verification demand.