The University of Ghana (UG) has instructed undergraduate students who recorded a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) below 1.00 at the end of the 2025/2026 academic year to withdraw from their respective programmes of study.
The directive was announced by the university's Academic Affairs Directorate in a notice published on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The decision follows the academic progression requirements outlined in Section 9.26 of the University Regulations for Junior Members (2017).
According to the regulation, undergraduate students must achieve a minimum CGPA of 1.00 and meet the additional academic requirements of their schools or departments to qualify for progression to the next level.
No Provision for Probation
The Academic Affairs Directorate has clarified that the university's regulations do not provide for probation under the stated academic progression rules. Consequently, students whose CGPAs remain below 1.00 after all grades for their registered courses have been released will be required to withdraw from their programmes of study.
How Affected Students Can Initiate Withdrawal
Students affected by the directive have been advised to check their academic performance through the university's Management Information System (MIS) Web before beginning the withdrawal process.
To initiate a withdrawal request, students are required to log in to the Student and Staff Portal (STS) using their Student ID and PIN, then select the "Withdrawal Request" option to proceed.
Students can access the portal here: University of Ghana Student and Staff Portal (STS)
However, the Directorate explained that, for certain programmes, the relevant school or department may initiate the withdrawal process on behalf of affected students.
Where Students Can Seek Assistance
Students who need further information about their academic standing or the withdrawal procedure have been advised to contact their respective College Academic Offices for clarification. The university also indicated that its Careers and Counselling Directorate remains available to provide support and guidance to students affected by the directive.