Do you know you can obtain a scholarship to study at the University of Cape Coast? The UCC StuFSO Scholarship is here to support your education and ease your financial burdens.
Pursuing a university education in Ghana can be exceptionally expensive, often leaving most parents and students struggling to pay tuition fees. Some University of Cape Coast students most often go through difficult moments before they finally settle their fees.
Many students actively seek scholarships and other financial aids to help settle their fees, and the UCC StuFSO scholarship serves as a valuable assistance, covering tuition fees and other necessities for students.
This article will guide students of the University of Cape Coast on how to apply for the scholarship with ease, deadline and the eligibility requirements.
What is the UCC StuFSO Scholarship?
The UCC Stufso scholarship is a financial grant, aimed at supporting needy but brilliant students. This scholarship grant is administered by the Student Support Financial Office in collaboration with the University and other supporting bodies.
The Students Financial Support Office (Stufso) seeks to make quality tertiary education accessible to any individual who might not have the means to support themselves through their academic journey on campus.
Does UCC offer Scholarship?
The University of Cape Coast offers various scholarships to deserving students, with the UCC StuFSO Scholarship being the notable one for brilliant but needy students.
Who is Eligible?
To be eligible for consideration for the Centralized Scholarship administered by StuFSO, the applicant must satisfy the following conditions:
- Must be a Ghanaian by birth
- You must be enrolled as a full-time regular, sandwich, or distance student at the university.
- Must have completed at least one academic year of studies
- Be able to demonstrate financial need and must be ready to supply any documentary evidence for decision making
- Must be a brilliant student, as determined by the University
- Must not be a beneficiary of another scholarship scheme
What Are the Requirements for the UCC StuFSO Scholarship?
To qualify for the scholarship, you must meet these requirements:
- You must complete at least one academic year
- A minimum CGPA of 2.5 or better; applicants from surrounding communities of the University can apply with a CGPA of 2.0 or better.
- Applicant must have a valid and working email address preferably an institutional email
- You must have a MyUCC account.
- Scanned copies of National ID card, NHIS card or any valid Identification card is required.
How to Apply For the UCC StuFSO Scholarship
- Visit the UCC StuFSO Scholarship application portal via apply-stufso.ucc.edu.gh
- Create an account to sign up (new applicants) or sign in (students with existing accounts) using your institutional email.
- Complete the application form and upload the necessary documents
Please note that only short listed application will be invited to a selection interview.
What is the deadline for UCC StuFSO Scholarship?
The Deadline for the UCC stuFSO Scholarship varies depending on the academic calendar. Mostly applications opens somewhere September , thus right before the second semester ends and it is available to accept applications till school resumes.
For further details or enquiries, visit https://stufso.ucc.edu.gh or Student Support Financial Office (Stufso) located at the New Administration Block (Emmanuel Adow Obeng Office Complex). You can also contact their office at 0362196721 or email them at studentfinsupport@ucc.edu.gh.
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