UDS admission 2025/2026: Your ultimate guide to requirements, fees, and deadlines
The University for Development Studies (UDS) is a premier institution committed to academic excellence and societal impact. This guide simplifies UDS admissions 2025/2026, covering requirements, fees, and deadlines to help you confidently navigate your application process.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Key takeaways
- Comprehensive guide to UDS admission for 2025/2026
- University for Development Studies (UDS) fees
- UDS admission deadlines
- How to apply for UDS admission
- When will I receive the UDS admission letter?
- How do I check the admission status for UDS?
- Has UDS started giving admission for 2025?
- Is the UDS admission portal still open?
- How can I get admission to UDS?
- What grades are needed in UDS?
- Do I need to buy UDS admission forms – undergraduate?
- What faculties are available at UDS?
- UDS admission office contacts
Key takeaways
- UDS admission for the 2025/2026 academic year is open from 15 January 2025 to 30 June 2025.
- Undergraduate applicants need a minimum grade of C6 in three core subjects and three electives, with a competitive aggregate score (36 or lower for WASSCE applicants).
- HND and Diploma holders with Second Class Lower or better enter at Level 200, while Third Class or Pass starts at Level 100.
- Diploma programs are available at Wa, Tamale, Navrongo, and Nyankpala campuses.
- Registered Nurses (RNs) must meet work experience and qualification criteria to apply for specialised nursing programs like BSc Nurse Practitioner and BSc Nurse Anaesthesia.
Comprehensive guide to UDS admission for 2025/2026
To gain admission to the University for Development Studies (UDS), you must fulfil specific requirements, which differ depending on the program. These requirements confirm that applicants hold the essential qualifications for their chosen field of study. Here is a detailed overview of the general UDS admission requirements.
Undergraduate program admission requirements
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WASSCE applicants must meet the following criteria to apply for undergraduate programs at the University for Development Studies (UDS).
- A minimum grade of C6 in their three core (English Language, Mathematics (Core) and Integrated Science/Social Studies) and three elective subjects.
- Applicants must have an aggregate score of 36 or less for the best six subjects. However, admissions are competitive, and many UDS programs have cut-off points well below the aggregate score of 36 (WASSCE results).
- UDS does not consider Social Studies an elective subject.
- Candidates who studied Arts and Business subjects at WASSCE can use their Social Studies grade instead of their Integrated Science grade to calculate their aggregates if the Social Studies grade is higher. However, this applies if the candidate has at least a pass in Integrated Science.
- For Science students, Social Studies (Core) does not replace Integrated Science (Core) when calculating their aggregates.
Higher National Diploma (HND) and other Diploma holders' undergraduate requirements
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HND and other Diploma applicants seeking admission to Bachelor's Degree programmes should at least have the following:
- Second Class Lower or better in related programs gain admission to Level 200.
- Third Class or Pass are considered for admission to Level 100.
Applicants must also pass a university-conducted interview as part of the selection process.
UDS Diploma courses and requirements
WASSCE applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for undergraduate programs at UDS can apply for Diploma programs. Here are the UDS Diploma courses:
| Campus | Diploma programs offered |
| Wa Campus | Integrated Community Development |
| Integrated Business Studies | |
| Development Management | |
| Tamale Campus | Development Education |
| Navrongo Campus | Statistics |
| Computer Science | |
| Nyankpala Campus | Social Change Communication |
UDS Diploma program requirements
Here are the requirements for admission into a Diploma program at the University for Development Studies (UDS):
- A candidate must have three credit passes in elective subjects (area of specialisation) and at least two passes (D7 minimum) in Mathematics and English in WASSCE.
- Candidates who meet the requirements for degree programmes, with credits in three electives and three core subjects, but have insufficient aggregates, may gain admission into Diploma programs.
UDS nursing requirements (Registered Nurses)
Registered nurses (RNs) must meet the following crucial requirements for admission to UDS nursing school:
- You must have a Diploma or State Registered Nurses Certificate and at least three years of work experience to apply for the 3-Year BSc Nurse Practitioner programme or the 2/3-Year BSc Nursing programme.
You must have one of the following to apply for the BSc Nurse Anaesthesia programme:
- An RGN (Diploma) with at least three years' post-registration work experience.
- An RGN (BSc Nursing) with at least two years' post-registration work experience.
- An Advanced Diploma in Nurse Anaesthesia with at least two years of work experience.
University for Development Studies (UDS) fees
The school portal doesn't have the 2025/2026 academic year fee structure. The website currently displays the 2023/2024 academic year fee structure for the Tamale and Nyankpala Campuses.
UDS admission deadlines
The deadline for submission of applications for the 2025/2026 academic year is 30 June 2025. However, always check the University for Development Studies (UDS) official website for updates or extensions.
How to apply for UDS admission
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To apply for admission to the University for Development Studies (UDS), follow these steps:
- Purchase an e-voucher from designated banks or online through the UDS payment portal.
- 'Log in' to the UDS admissions portal using the PIN and serial number from the e-voucher.
- Complete the online application form with your details and upload the required documents.
- Review your application and submit the form.
- Print the application summary and attach relevant supporting documents, if required.
- Track the status of your application via the admission portal.
When will I receive the UDS admission letter?
The admission letters are made available shortly after the admission list is published. Once the University for Development Studies (UDS) releases the admission list for the 2025/2026 academic year, successful applicants can download their admission letters from the UDS admissions portal.
How do I check the admission status for UDS?
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To check your admission status for the University for Development Studies (UDS), follow these steps to access the UDS admission list:
- Visit the UDS admission portal.
- Log in using the serial number and PIN from your application voucher.
- Once logged in, navigate to the "Admission Status" section to view your status.
- If approved, download your admission letter from the same portal.
Has UDS started giving admission for 2025?
The University for Development Studies (UDS) began its admissions for the 2025/2026 academic year on 15 January 2025. You can check your admission status through the UDS Admission Status Checker Portal.
Is the UDS admission portal still open?
The UDS portal is still open for the 2025/2026 academic year. If you want to apply, now (as of this writing) is a great time to get started.
How can I get admission to UDS?
To gain admission to the University for Development Studies (UDS), you must meet the academic qualifications for your desired program. Then visit the UDS admission portal and complete the application form. Finally, make the necessary payment and wait for the selections.
What grades are needed in UDS?
The grade requirements for enrolling at UDS are a C6 and above in three core subjects (WASSCE) and a total aggregate score of 36 or less. Applicants require a minimum D7 in English and Mathematics, with three credit passes in relevant elective subjects.
However, some programs may have stricter cut-off points, so higher grades improve your chances.
Do I need to buy UDS admission forms – undergraduate?
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Undergraduate applicants must purchase an e-voucher for GH¢ 200.00 (Two Hundred Ghana Cedis) to apply for undergraduate programs at the University for Development Studies (UDS). The e-voucher can be obtained from designated banks such as NIB, ADB, GCB Bank, Stanbic Bank, Prudential Bank, Zenith Bank, Access Bank, and Ecobank.
What faculties are available at UDS?
The University for Development Studies (UDS) has several faculties and schools across its campuses. Here is a list of all the faculties:
- Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Sciences
- Faculty of Bioscience
- Faculty of Communication and Media Studies
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Industrial Arts and Technology
- Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment
- Faculty of Physical Sciences
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Sustainable Development Studies
- Graduate School
- School of Allied Health Sciences
- School of Business
- School of Dentistry
- School of Economics
- School of Engineering
- School of Medicine
- School of Nursing and Midwifery
- School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
- School of Public Health
- School of Veterinary Sciences
UDS admission office contacts
You can contact the University for Development Studies (UDS) admission office using the following details:
- Phone Numbers: +233-37-209-3697 / +233-54-544-7445
- Email: registrar@uds.edu.gh or academicaffairs@uds.edu.gh
- Postal Address: P. O. Box TL1350, Tamale, Ghana
- Digital Address: NT-0272-1946
With the UDS admission 2025/2026 guide, you'll find everything you need to successfully apply, from detailed requirements to clear deadlines and fee structures. Discover the criteria, fees, and deadlines to make your application process smooth and straightforward.
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