GTEC Releases New List of Unrecognised Universities From US, Others Operating in Ghana

• The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission published a fresh list of 100 unrecognised universities on August 28, 2026
• GTEC issued the list, citing quality assurance concerns that put students and institutions under scrutiny
• The Commission urged the public to exercise due diligence regarding certificates issued by the listed institutions

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has released an updated list of 100 tertiary institutions operating without official recognition, raising fresh concerns about academic standards and the validity of qualifications issued by those bodies.

The list was made public through a formal notice dated August 28, 2026, with GTEC citing quality assurance concerns as the basis for its publication.

In the notice, Joy News reported that the Commission cautioned members of the public to carry out proper checks before enrolling in any institution or accepting certificates linked to the named universities.

The advisory reflects ongoing regulatory efforts to protect students from investing time and resources into programmes that may not carry legal or academic validity.

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The schools captured in the list are:

1. Universidad Azteca, Mexico
2. Indian School of Management and Studies, India
3. Breyer State Theology University, USA
4. Debest College of Science, Arts and Business, Ghana
5. Osiri University, USA
6. Atlantic International University, USA
7. Faith University Seminary (FUS), Ghana
8. Christian University College Monrovia, Liberia
9. Rhema Bible Training College (RBTC), USA
10. Universidad Empresarial de Costa Rica, Costa Rica
11. Selinus University of Sciences and Literature, Italy
12. Crown University International Chartered, USA
13. Monarch Business School, Switzerland
14. City University, Cambodia
15. Kesmond International University, USA
16. Washington University of Barbados, Barbados
17. London Academy of Technology and Management, UK
18. IICSE University, USA
19. Doxa Open University, Ghana
20. Brainae University, USA
21. University of Haana, Germany
22. Christian Leadership University, USA
23. International Institute of Church Management Inc, USA
24. Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Training School, Ghana
25. Louisiana Baptist University & Seminary, USA
26. Tech Global University, Andorra
27. International Christian University, Nigeria
28. LIGS University, Hawaii, USA
29. Swiss Management Centre University, Switzerland
30. Quest International University, Ghana
31. Isles International University, Ireland
32. Kingsnow University, USA
33. New Life Bible College and Seminary, USA
34. East Bridge University, France
35. Texila American University, Guyana
36. Vision International University, USA
37. Keisie International University, USA
38. Dublin Metropolitan University, UK/Cyprus
39. Logos University, USA
40. University of America, USA
41. Kazian School of Management, India
42. University of Northwest, USA
43. Akamai University, Hawaii, USA
44. Trinity Graduate School of Apologetics and Theology (TGSAT), India
45. American Bible University, USA
46. California Creek University, USA
47. Delta International University, USA
48. National Institute of Business Management (NIBM), India
49. Southern California International University, USA
50. Quetzalcoatl University of Veracruz, Mexico
51. Swiss International Management Academy, Switzerland
52. IIBM Institute of Management, India
53. Dunster Business School, Switzerland
54. World Academy for Research and Development (WARD), UK
55. American Management University, USA
56. All Nations Church International University, Texas
57. Freedom University and Theological Seminary, USA
58. Global Theological University, USA
59. Jorasome International University, Zambia
60. Kingdom Living Bible Institute, Kumasi, Ghana
61. Global Professional College, Effiduase, Ghana
62. London School of Management and Technology (LSMT), UK
63. European Institute of Management and Technology, Switzerland
64. Volta University College, Ghana and Nigeria
65. United Nigeria University College, Nigeria
66. Open International University, Nigeria
67. Marquis Open University, Italy
68. Alliance International University, Zambia
69. All Saints American University, Liberia
70. Colombia International University, USA
71. American Management University, USA
72. University of the Nations, Hawai
73. Brookside University, Barbados
74. Pacific International University, USA
75. American University of Sovereign Nations, USA
76. Brussels Capital University, Turkiye
77. Richmond Open University, Nigeria
78. Freie und Private Universität Herisa, Switzerland
79. OAA Consulting Limited, Kumasi, Ghana
80. Competency School of Business Administration (COSBA), Kumasi, Ghana
81. Manchester Open University, UK
82. Institute of Management and Engineering, India
83. Vocational University, Delhi, India
84. Indian Institute of Alternative Medicine, India
85. Logos University Global, USA/France
86. West African Christian University, Nigeria
87. Coastal University, Nigeria
88. ESM – École de Management et de Communication, Switzerland
89. Swiss School of Business and Management (SSBM), Switzerland
90. European Centre for Education in Business and Sciences (ECEBiS), Malta
91. Reagan National University, USA
92. Trinity International University of Ambassadors, USA
93. Global Executive College, Ghana
94. Christian Life School of Theology Global, USA
95. Indian Management School and Research Centre
96. Hillsville University, USA
97. Northwestern Christian University, Kenya
98. University of Muchinga, Zambia
99. Yesbud University, Zambia
100. Global Academy of Finance and Management (GAFM), USA

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GTEC did not specify the precise violations or shortcomings that led each institution to be included on the list, but the reference to quality assurance suggests the affected universities failed to meet the minimum accreditation standards required for legal operation in Ghana.

What the List Means for Students and Employers

The publication of an unrecognised institutions list carries significant consequences for current students, graduates and employers. Degrees and diplomas awarded by institutions without GTEC accreditation are not considered valid under Ghanaian law, which means holders of such certificates could face difficulties when applying for jobs in the public sector, pursuing postgraduate studies, or seeking professional licences.

Prospective students are advised to verify the accreditation status of any institution directly with GTEC before enrolling, particularly as some unaccredited universities continue to advertise and recruit students despite their status.

GTEC periodically updates and publishes lists of unrecognised institutions as part of its mandate to regulate Ghana's tertiary education sector and uphold the integrity of academic qualifications issued within the country.

Source: YEN.com.gh