Founded in 1951, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Kumasi (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Ashanti. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Sunyani, Accra. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the National Accreditation Board, Ghana (National Accreditation Board, Ghana), Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 68 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this Ghanaian higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Name | Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology |
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Acronym | KNUST |
Founded | 1951 |
Motto | Nyansap? w?sane no badwenma A wise knot is untied by a wise child |
Colours | Red, yellow, green, black and white |
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Address | Private Mail Bag University Post Office Kumasi (population range: 1,000,000-5,000,000) Ashanti Ghana |
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T | +233 (3220) 60021 |
F | +233 (51) 60137 |
Other locations | Sunyani, Accra |
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Local students Local student | 0-1,000 US$ (0-750 Euro) |
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International students Int'l student | 2,500-5,000 US$ (1,800-3,700 Euro) |
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International Students | Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission |
Selection Type | Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades |
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Admission Office | Private Mail Bag University Post Office Kumasi +233 (51) 61831 |
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Religious Affiliation | None |
National Accreditation Board, Ghana
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