The University of Ghana has directed undergraduate students who finish the 2025/2026 academic year with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) below 1.00 to withdraw from their programmes.
Key Highlights
- The University of Ghana has ordered undergraduate students with a CGPA below 1.00 to withdraw from their programmes.
- The directive applies to students whose final grades for the 2025/2026 academic year fall below the required threshold.
- The university cited Section 9.26 of its University Regulations for Junior Members (2017).
- Affected students have been advised to verify their CGPAs through the university’s Management Information System Web.
- Students requiring assistance can contact their College Academic Offices or the Careers and Counselling Directorate.
GraphicOnline reported on Friday that the directive was contained in a public notice issued by the university’s Academic Affairs Directorate. The notice referred to Section 9.26 of the University Regulations for Junior Members (2017), which outlines the academic requirements students must meet to progress in their studies.
University of Ghana Enforces Minimum CGPA Requirement
Under the regulation, undergraduate students must maintain a minimum CGPA of 1.00 and fulfil the academic requirements of their respective schools or departments before advancing to the next level.
The regulations also make no provision for probation for students who fall below the stipulated academic standard.
The university’s notice stated: “Accordingly, students whose CGPAs fall below 1.00 upon receipt of all grades for their registered courses at the end of the 2025/2026 Academic Year are not in good academic standing and are required to withdraw from their programmes of study.”
The directive means students whose final academic records fall below the minimum CGPA requirement will be required to leave their programmes in line with the university’s regulations.
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How Affected Students Can Check Their CGPA
Students affected by the directive have been advised to confirm their CGPAs through the university’s Management Information System Web.
They are also required to access the Student and Academic Services Portal using their student identification numbers and PINs, then select the “Withdrawal Request” option.
For some programmes, the relevant schools or departments will initiate the withdrawal process on behalf of affected students, according to the notice.
Students are encouraged to verify their academic records and follow the university’s prescribed procedures.
University Offers Guidance to Affected Students
The University of Ghana has advised students who require further clarification to contact their respective College Academic Offices.
The university’s Careers and Counselling Directorate is also available to provide guidance and support to students affected by the decision.
The directive highlights the university’s enforcement of its minimum academic performance requirements and the importance of students monitoring their academic standing throughout their programmes.
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