Study in The Gambia

Who this applies to

Students at Gambian higher education. English-medium; dominated by the University of The Gambia.

Governing authority

Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology.

Degree system

Bachelor + limited postgraduate. English-medium; British/WASSCE-influenced.

Admission

How

WASSCE results + UTG application (D500 application + D600 per result verification); international students apply directly.

Language

English.

Tuition

Public

Low; modest application/verification fees.

Note

Small system; UTG founded only 1999.

Student visa & residence permit

Study/residence permit for non-nationals (ECOWAS freer movement).

Scholarships

Government & bilateral; ECOWAS.

Sources & references

• admissions/fees — https://www.utg.edu.gm/admissions/ (2026-06-12)
• founding — https://whed.net/institutions/IAU-020557 (2026-06-12)