Come explore this incredible country and discover its rich history! You’ll learn about Ghana with classes in subjects as diverse as West African musical traditions and African foreign relations. Better yet, you’ll be learning with local professors and students.

Semester in Ghana is based in Cape Coast, Ghana, a beautiful city on the beach. The city is well known for elaborate festivals, bustling markets, and Cape Coast Castle, a World Heritage Site. You will take classes at Ghana's leading university, the University of Cape Coast, in addition to exploring its palm-lined beaches and beautiful bay dotted with fishing boats.

Melting pot of cultures – Home to over 100 ethnic groups and nearly 50 ethnic languages, modern Ghana is a tapestry of cultures and colors.

Diverse, country - specific courses taught in English – Study music, chemistry, history, languages, economics, tourism, and more while also learning about your surroundings with Ghana-focused coursework.

Local student body – While there are other international students at the University, you’ll be in class with local Ghanaians and will truly learn about their culture, food, music, and lifestyle.

• Three day and one weekend excursions
• Incredible places to visit, from beaches to rainforests
• Courses taught in English
• International and local students
• Fantastic public university
• Strong on-site support from the University
• Thriving, colorful artisan and food markets throughout the city
• Learn Ghanaian music, drumming, dance, and more!

• On-campus dormitory w/ shared room and communal bathroom
• Homestay w/ single bedroom and 3 meals per day

Courses include African Studies, business, economics, education, environmental and biological sciences, history, performing arts, and sociology.

For a complete list of course offerings, please click here.

Campus Setting

Suburban

Average Course Load

4-5 courses (12-15 US credits)

GPA Requirement

2.5/4.0

Language of Instruction

English

Spring 2011:

Application Deadline: October 15, 2010
Arrival: January 15
Orientation: January 17 - January 20
Classes Start: January 24
Departure: May 28

Fall 2011:

Application Deadline: May 1, 2011
TBD

$9,890*

*Cost may change at any time due to the current exchange rate.

• Three day and one weekend excursions
• Tuition
• Housing and 3 meals per day (with homestay only)
• Pre-departure and onsite orientation
• Airport pick-up
• Medical & accident insurance

• Fill out the IEP Application and review information on the Apply page.
• Pay a $200 deposit to International Education Programs.
• Send an official transcript from your home institution to the address below.

Send the above materials to:

International Education Programs
Jacksonville University
2800 University Blvd North
Gooding 105
Jacksonville, Florida 32211

“The human connections that I have made with the locals have completely altered my life and the experiences and things I have been able to do through this program have given me much insight into development and how to go about helping.”

Danielle T.