About
Ashesi
The mission of Ashesi University is to educate a new generation of ethical, entrepreneurial leaders in Africa; to cultivate critical thinking skills, concern for others, and the courage it will take to transform a continent.
University-educated Africans significantly influence the economic and social engine of the continent. To safeguard Africa’s future, we must be intentional about how we engage these individuals who will inevitably become, or already are, the continent’s leaders.
In 1997, Patrick Awuah retired from Microsoft to pursue his vision of establishing a new kind of university in Africa. In 2002, we opened our doors to a pioneering class of 30 students.
Top 10
in Africa in Times Higher Education Sub-Saharan Africa University Rankings
50%
of students receive financial aid, and 25% pay nothing to attend
1,800
undergraduate and graduate students, of whom 50% are women
32
countries represented
Ashesi is governed by a board that oversees and safeguards the university’s progress in meeting its mission.
The President serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the University and is accountable to the Board of Directors.
The Executive Team assists the President in setting the vision and strategy of the university, and in guiding the organization to achieve its goals.
What is Ashesi’s culture? How do we make decisions, and how do we act every day? The Ashesi Way is a set of guidelines for decision-making and behavior grounded in Ashesi’s founding principles. It is based on the fundamental premise that our daily actions, no matter how small they may seem, make all the difference in determining the outcomes that we seek.
Scholarship
- Strives for deeper expertise.
- Broadens conversations with insightful questions.
- Embraces fresh thinking.
- Connects with peers in chosen field.
- Proactively shares knowledge.
Leadership
- Helps colleagues succeed.
- Engages the unique talents of others.
- Communicates effectively.
- Takes initiative beyond core duties.
- Sets ambitious, attainable goals.
Citizenship
- Socially and environmentally conscious.
- Recognizes long-term implications of choices.
- Brings joy and positivity (“Has fun”).
- Maintains high ethical standards.
- Leaves a positive impact on community.
A growing network of centers and initiatives amplifies our work in areas ranging from culture and climate innovation to healthcare and venture incubation.
Ashesi University is supported by Ashesi University Foundation, a 501(c)(3) tax‐exempt organization registered as a nonprofit corporation in the state of Washington, USA.
Street Address:
1 University Avenue
Berekuso, Ghana
Mailing Address:
PMB CT 3, Cantonments
Accra, Ghana
Tel: +233 302 974 980
Email: info@ashesi.edu.gh
Tel: +233 50 131 8961
Tel: +233 20 437 4374
Tel: +233 50 131 9264
Email: admissions@ashesi.edu.gh
Tel: +233 20 231 9725
Tel: +233 20 231 9733
Email: graduate.admissions@ashesi.edu.gh