Information for term January in Legon
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenSpend January in the extraordinary West African city of Legon and earn credits studying culture and reproductive health, learning basic Twi phrases, and exploring palm-lined beaches and exotic wildlife. Coursework is taught in English at CIEE Legon and is complemented with immersive co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding.
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Unique Experiences
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like Aburi and Cape Coast on CIEE excursions.
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Volunteer
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Learn about the culture
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national parks in Ghana
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students at University of Ghana
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of country’s population under 25 years old
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Location & Culture
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Your Destination
Situated just 10 miles from Ghana’s capital city, Accra, Legon draws plenty of students and locals alike to its vibrant restaurants and bars. There’s lots of opportunity to relax, too — Legon has a slower pace than the bustle of central Accra and is 30 minutes from the coast and its beautiful beaches.
The Culture
EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Participate in cultural activities, like learning how to weave traditional clothes.
- Go on daytrips to places like Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, the W.E.B. Dubois Center, and the Shai Hills Game Reserve, where you can see baboons, vervet, and spot-nosed monkeys.
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Daily Life
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HOUSING
Homestay : Immerse yourself in the local language and culture by living with a Ghanaian family in the East Legon or North Legon neighborhood. Expect to use public transportation to and from the university, with a 30 to 40 minute commute each way.
International Students Hostel: If you choose to live with other students, you’ll share a double-occupancy room on the University of Ghana Legon campus, a short walk from the CIEE Study Center. The hostel is equipped with 24/7 wireless internet, security service, and basic/shared kitchen facilities.
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Meals
Homestay: Breakfast and dinner are provided during the week. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided on weekends.
International Students Hostel: Students can prepare their own meals at the hostel’s kitchens or explore restaurants on campus or off-campus.
Legon, Ghana Where You'll Study
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CIEE LEGON
10 miles from Ghana’s capital city, Accra.
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UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
Legon
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Getting Around
Students use public transportation to get from campus to explore off-campus spots like the coast and beaches.
Academics
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Taught by University of Ghana faculty, this program provides an opportunity for students from all academic disciplines to live and study abroad in Ghana while learning firsthand about the country and its people. Students can volunteer at orphanages and after-school programs to immerse themselves in the community and further their understanding of the culture. Students enroll in one course, which is taught in English.
University of Ghana. The university is the oldest and largest of six public universities in Ghana, and hosts 38,000 students and four colleges — College of Education, College of Health Sciences, College of Basic and Applied Sciences, and College of Humanities — with schools, institutes, and centers for research within them.
GPA
2.5
Language Prerequisites
There are no specific language requirements for this program.
Program Requirements
Students enroll in one required CIEE course.
Program Credit
​Total credit: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits
Course Credit
CIEE courses: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours
Academic Culture
The program consists of three weeks of classes with an intensive orientation beforehand. CIEE classes are designed to follow U.S. academic culture. Class attendance is strictly enforced both for classes and required co-curricular excursions.
Class Format
Courses taught at CIEE Legon are for CIEE students only. Courses are taught Monday – Friday by University of Ghana faculty. Instruction is supported and augmented online by Canvas, CIEE’s learning management system.
Grading
Assessment is based on the individual’s overall performance in the course, which may include essays, coursework, and final examinations or papers. Students must check with their professors to find out exam and project presentation dates. Under no circumstances will CIEE alter deadlines or exam dates for study abroad students who have made conflicting travel plans. The U.S. grading scale of A-F is used.
Language of Instruction
English
Courses
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Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
Dates & Fees
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You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
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| January 2022 | Nov 1, 2021 | Dec 27, 2021* | Jan 17, 2022* |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
What's Included
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