CIEE Summer Ghanaian Studies Program in Legon, Ghana

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Locations: Legon, Ghana
Program Terms: Summer, Summer I, Summer II, Summer III
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Summer	2025	04/15/2025 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Indicates that deadline has passed

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Area of Study:	Anthropology, Black Studies, Dance Performance, English, History, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Studies, Music, Political Science, Sociology, Theatre Arts, Women's Studies	Program Type:	Cosponsored
Class Eligibility:	Sophomore	Housing Options:	Home Stay, Hostel
Language of Instruction:	English	Program Provider:	CIEE
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA:	2.5	Program Advisor:	Jill Vodden

Program Description:

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Program Overview

Whether you have an interest in studying economic challenges or discovering a distinctive culture, your summer in Ghana is sure to inspire new perspectives. This stable, democratic country has a vibrant heritage and a fascinating history of politics and social change. As you connect with West Africans, you'll get a unique window into life on the other side of the world.

Unique Experiences

TAKE INNOVATIVE CLASSES

that explore various aspects of life in Ghana, taught by faculty from the country's premier university.

EXPLORE BEYOND LEGON

with field trips and excursions around this beautiful region.

CONNECT

with good-natured West Africans as you help out at orphanages, schools, and NGOs.

Excursions & Activities

Travel to Cape Coast and Elmina to see slave castles and the starting point of the transatlantic journey.

Visit the Ashanti region to explore the traditional chieftaincy institution, history, and culture.

Discover regional highlights like Aburi Botanical Gardens and Tafi-Atome monkey sanctuary.

What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Two-day orientation – an introduction to Ghanaian culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Field trips and cultural activities
Overnight excursions
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
24/7 emergency on-site support

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GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext travel insurance included

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