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Valley View University

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world rank  8806

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Overview

Founded in 1979, the Valley View University is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Accra (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Greater Accra. This institution also has branch campuses in Techiman, Kumasi, Tamale and Takoradi. Officially recognized by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission, Valley View University (VVU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Ghanaian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Adventist religion. Valley View University (VVU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 45-year-old Ghanaian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Ghanaian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. VVU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Valley View University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Valley View University's Entity Typenot reported

Size

Valley View University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Valley View University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym VVU
Founded 1979
Motto Excellence, Integrity, Service
Colours Blue, gold and white
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official Valley View University general video presentation.

University Location

Address PO Box DT 595 Adentan
Accra
Greater Accra
Ghana
Valley View University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Valley View University Phone Number +233 (307) 011 832
Valley View University Fax Number +233 (21) 508 998
Other locations Techiman, Kumasi, Tamale and Takoradi

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Valley View University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Valley View University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Valley View University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Valley View University.

Valley View University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
International
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Valley View University's admission information.

Valley View University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Valley View University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Valley View University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Valley View University's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Valley View University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Valley View University's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box DT 595 Adentan
Accra
(307) 011867


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Valley View University.

Valley View University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Valley View University has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Valley View University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 700-799 academic employees (Faculty).


Valley View University's Control Type Control Type

Valley View University is a private higher education institution.


Valley View University's Entity Type Entity Type

Not reported


Valley View University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Valley View University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Valley View University is Christian-Adventist Religious Affiliation

Valley View University has a Christian-Adventist affiliation (Seventh Day Adventist - www.adventist.org).


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Valley View University's main facilities:


Valley View University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


Valley View University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Valley View University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Valley View University's main services:


Valley View University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Valley View University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Valley View University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Valley View University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Valley View University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Valley View University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Valley View University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ghana Tertiary Education Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1997


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Valley View University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Adventist Accrediting Association (AAA)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Valley View University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Valley View University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Valley View University's Facebook page Valley View University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Valley View University's X (formerly Twitter) page Valley View University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Valley View University's YouTube channel Valley View University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Valley View University's Instagram page Valley View University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Valley View University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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