JUST IN: University of Ghana Clarifies 25% Fee Increase Is Largely Due to SRC Third-Party Charges

Ferdinand | EducationGhana | January 03 | JUST IN: University of Ghana Clarifies 25% Fee Increase Is Largely Due to SRC Third-Party Charges

The University of Ghana has clarified that the reported over 25 percent increase in fees for the 2025/2026 academic year is mainly driven by SRC and third-party charges, not direct increments imposed by university management.

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UG Responds to Public Concerns Over Fee Hike

The University of Ghana (UG) has issued a clarification following widespread public concern over reports of a more than 25 percent increase in academic fees for the 2025/2026 academic year.According to the university, the significant rise in the overall fee figure is largely attributable to third-party charges, particularly levies introduced or adjusted by the Students’ Representative Council (SRC), rather than core academic fees imposed by university authorities.

Breakdown of the Fee Increase Explanation

In its clarification, UG explained that the total amount students pay each academic year consists of multiple components, including:

• Core academic and facility user fees approved by university management
• Mandatory third-party charges
• SRC levies and student service-related fees

The university stressed that while core academic fees recorded adjustments, they do not solely account for the reported 25 percent increase that has sparked public debate.

SRC and Third-Party Charges in Focus

University officials noted that SRC-related charges form a substantial portion of the overall fees paid by students, and any upward revision of these levies directly affects the final amount students see on their fee statements.This clarification shifts attention to student governance structures and third-party service costs, which are often bundled together with academic fees in official fee schedules.

Students Still Call for Transparency

Despite the explanation, many students continue to call for:

• A clear, itemised breakdown of all fee components
• Greater transparency on how SRC and third-party charges are determined
• Broader consultation before significant fee adjustments are effected

Student leaders argue that regardless of the source, the cumulative cost still places a heavy burden on students and their families.

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Broader Implications for Public Universities

The development has reignited discussions on fee transparency in Ghana’s public universities, with education observers calling for clearer separation between institutional fees and student-managed levies to avoid public misunderstanding.Analysts also note that clearer communication could help prevent misinformation and reduce tension between students, management, and the wider public.

Key Takeaways

• UG says the reported 25% increase is mainly due to SRC and third-party charges
• Core academic fees alone do not explain the full increment
• Students are demanding detailed fee breakdowns and transparency
• The issue highlights broader concerns about fee communication in public universities

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