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GTEC Warns Public Against 50 Unaccredited Tertiary Institutions

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has issued a stern warning to all tertiary institutions, students, and the general public to avoid dealings with a growing number of unaccredited and unrecognised universities operating in Ghana and abroad.

In a public notice released this week, GTEC revealed an expanded list of 50 institutions that have failed to meet Ghana’s accreditation and quality assurance standards. The Commission stated that certificates, degrees, and diplomas issued by these institutions will not be recognised for either academic progression or professional employment in the country.

According to GTEC, the operations of these unapproved institutions undermine the credibility of Ghana’s tertiary education system and pose serious risks to students and employers. “The Commission wishes to remind the public that these institutions are not recognized by GTEC due to breaches in accreditation and quality assurance protocols,” the notice read.

The list includes both local and foreign entities with questionable academic credibility, such as Universidad Azteca (Mexico), Indian School of Management and Studies (India), Atlantic International University (USA), Faith University Seminary (Ghana), Selinus University of Sciences and Literature (Italy), and University of America (USA). Other institutions like Akamai University (Hawaii), Vision International University (USA), and Delta International University (USA) were also named among the unaccredited entities.

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GTEC cautioned that engaging with such institutions could have “serious academic and professional repercussions” for unsuspecting students. Graduates of these unaccredited universities, the Commission warned, may find their qualifications invalid or ineligible for further study or employment within Ghana.

The statement further urged school administrators, employers, and parents to verify the legitimacy of any tertiary institution before enrolling students or forming partnerships. “We expect all stakeholders to treat this caution with the seriousness it deserves,” GTEC emphasised.

To assist the public, the Commission encouraged individuals to cross-check institutional accreditation on its official website — www.gtec.edu.gh — or contact its office via email at info@gtec.edu.gh for verification.

GTEC reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the integrity of Ghana’s higher education landscape, ensuring that all qualifications obtained locally or internationally adhere to globally accepted academic and professional standards. The Commission assured that it will continue to monitor, investigate, and expose fraudulent or unaccredited institutions operating within Ghana’s education sector.

The public is therefore advised to exercise vigilance, seek guidance, and prioritise quality assurance when selecting institutions for higher learning.

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