Ashesi’s graduate class of 2025 and undergraduate class of 2026 gathered to mark the end of one chapter and the beginning of many more, in a day of celebration, heartfelt reflection, and a reminder of the responsibility that comes with their degree.
The vision of Ashesi University is a flourishing Africa whose leaders make ethical decisions in the best interests of their communities and an Africa where innovation drives economic, cultural, and social growth. We educate leaders who will make this vision a reality and collaborate with other institutions to multiply this work.
#1
ranked in Ghana in Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
Top 10
in Africa in Times Higher Education Sub-Saharan Africa University Rankings
95%
of grads start careers within 6 months of beginning their search
1,800
undergraduate and graduate students, 50% of whom are women
50%
of students receive financial aid, and 25% pay nothing to attend
517,000
students impacted by Ashesi-led Education Collaborative
At the heart of an Ashesi education is a transformative experience that builds critical thinking, ethical reasoning, creative problem solving, and effective leadership at every stage of higher education. From a core curriculum that nurtures broad intellectual agility to practice-oriented education in key fields, our programs prepare students and professionals alike to thrive and to lead in a constantly evolving, complex world.
Undergraduate
Think ethically, reason analytically, explore new ideas, and discover your purpose.
Graduate
Dig deeper, strengthen your leadership abilities, and advance your field and career.
Executive
Reach the highest level of leadership ability for yourself, your organization, and your nation.
Conference Theme:
Seed. Root. Grow: Nurturing SoTL across Africa
28 – 29 August, 2026
The hen’s foot steps on the chick, but does not kill it.
An Akan adinkra symbol on discipline held in balance with care, and what it teaches us about how young leaders build character.
The Education Collaborative
The Education Collaborative, founded by Ashesi, unites universities, industry partners, and policymakers to strengthen higher education across Africa. Through shared learning it helps members strengthen student outcomes, reflecting Ashesi’s belief that lasting impact in African higher education will be best achieved through partnerships.
Partnerships and Alliances
Partnerships enable us to provide strong learning experiences and support for students, and comes in different forms: funding scholarships; enhancing academic programs; supporting extracurricular learning; driving research and innovation; funding critical capital infrastructure and equipment; and enabling intercultural learning through exchange programs. Partners include:
