GTEC lists 100 unrecognised universities in August 2026

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has published a list of 100 unrecognised universities and tertiary institutions as of August 28, 2026, citing concerns over their recognition and quality assurance status.

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In a public notice issued on August 28, 2026, GTEC urged the public to exercise caution and conduct the necessary checks before enrolling in programmes offered by the institutions on the list.

The Commission also advised members of the public to exercise due diligence regarding certificates and qualifications issued by the listed institutions.

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According to GTEC, prospective students, parents, employers and other stakeholders should verify the accreditation and recognition status of any institution before committing to a programme or accepting certificates issued by it.

Full list of unrecognised universities and institutions

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, USA

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, Hawaii, USA

73. Brookside University, Barbados

74. Pacific International University, USA

75. American University of Sovereign Nations, USA

76. Brussels Capital University, Türkiye

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, India

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

GTEC urges the public to verify institutions.

The latest notice highlights the importance of verifying the recognition status of tertiary institutions before enrolling in academic programmes.

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Students and parents are particularly encouraged to confirm whether an institution and its programmes have the necessary recognition or accreditation before making payments or pursuing qualifications.

Prospective students should also be cautious about institutions that advertise degrees, diplomas or other academic qualifications without clear evidence of recognition by the relevant regulatory authorities.