About This Opportunity

The Czech Republic's Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports offers government scholarships to international students from select countries to study at Czech public higher education institutions. The scholarships are part of Czech development cooperation and cultural exchange efforts, covering undergraduate, Master's, and doctoral levels across all fields offered by participating Czech universities.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Citizen of a country with an active scholarship agreement with the Czech Republic — confirm Ghana's current status, as the eligible country list is updated periodically
  • Meet the academic and language requirements for your chosen Czech programme
  • Applications are typically coordinated through Czech embassies or designated national agencies in your home country
  • Czech language proficiency may be required depending on your programme — English-taught options are available at some institutions

What You Get / Benefits

  • Full tuition fee waiver at your Czech host institution
  • Monthly stipend to cover living expenses
  • Access to Czech universities' academic and research facilities

How to Apply

  • Visit registr.dzs.cz to browse scholarship opportunities and confirm Ghana's eligibility
  • Contact the Czech Embassy in Ghana to understand the local application process and documentation requirements
  • Identify a Czech university and programme you want to study
  • Prepare transcripts, a motivation letter, language certificates, and references
  • Submit your application through the designated national channel before the deadline

    • Tips

    • Confirm Ghana's eligibility and the local application process through the Czech Embassy in Accra before starting your application — the central website does not always reflect country-specific nuances.
    • Czech universities are increasingly offering English-taught programmes, particularly at Master's and PhD level — search specifically for these if Czech language is a barrier.
    • Czech Republic offers a very affordable cost of living relative to Western Europe, meaning your stipend covers a comfortable lifestyle for a student.

    ⏰ Deadline: Typically September 30 (Annual) — confirm with the Czech Embassy in Accra for Ghana-specific requirements and any earlier national deadline.