Colleges of Education Admission Requirements and How to Apply for the 2026/2027 Academic Year
If you are planning to apply for admission for the 2026/2027 academic year, it is important to understand the admission requirements and the application process. This article explains everything in simple and clear words to help applicants.
Admission Requirements for Colleges of Education
Applicants who want to study in the Colleges of Education must have results from either WASSCE or SSSCE.
WASSCE Applicants
Applicants with WASSCE results must have Credit Passes (A1 – C6) in the following subjects:
- Two core subjects, including English Language and Social Studies
- Three credit passes in relevant elective subjects
This means the applicant must have at least five credit passes, including English Language and Social Studies.
SSSCE Applicants
Applicants who wrote SSSCE must also meet the following requirements:
- Credit Passes (A – D) in two core subjects, including English Language and Social Studies
- Credit passes in three relevant elective subjects
Meeting these requirements makes the applicant eligible to apply to any of the Colleges of Education in Ghana.
Admission Requirements for Hearing-Impaired Applicants
Special study facilities for hearing-impaired students are available at Presbyterian College of Education, Akropong.
WASSCE Applicants
Hearing-impaired applicants with WASSCE results must have:
- Credit passes (A1 – C6) in three core subjects, including English Language, Mathematics, and either Integrated Science or Social Studies
- Credit passes in three relevant elective subjects
SSSCE Applicants
Hearing-impaired applicants with SSSCE results must have:
- Credit passes (A – D) in three core subjects, including English Language and Mathematics
- Credit passes in three relevant elective subjects
These requirements allow hearing-impaired students to also receive teacher training and contribute to education in Ghana.
How to Apply for Colleges of Education Admission (2026/2027)
Applicants must first purchase an application voucher before starting the online application process.
The cost of the application form is GHS 350.00.
Payment at the Bank
Applicants can pay Three Hundred and Fifty Ghana Cedis (GHS350.00) into the Colleges of Education Ghana Account at any branch of Consolidated Bank Ghana.
Payment Through Mobile Money
Applicants can also make payment through Mobile Money using:
- MTN Mobile Money
- Telecel (Vodafone) Cash
- Tigo Cash
- Airtel Money
To pay using mobile money, dial:
*924*8#
After successful payment, applicants will receive the following details:
- Personal Identification Number (PIN)
- Admission Application Serial Number
- Admission Website Address
These details will be used to complete the online application form.
Steps to Complete the Online Application
Applicants should visit the official admission portal:
https://admission.coeportal.edu.gh
Using the PIN and Serial Number, applicants can log in and fill out the online application form.
Before completing the form, applicants should carefully read all instructions. They should also make sure they understand the programmes offered in each college.
Applicants are required to select:
- First choice college
- Second choice college
- Third choice college
These choices should be arranged according to their preference.
Applicants must also select one Ghanaian language offered in the college they choose.
Printing and Sending the Application Form
After completing the online application, applicants must print a copy of the completed form.
The printed form must be sent together with:
- One passport photograph
- Copies of result slips (if available)
These documents should be placed in an EMS Priority Envelope, which can be obtained from any Ghana Post Office nationwide.
The envelope should be addressed to the Principal of the applicant’s first-choice College of Education.
Important Information for Applicants
Applicants will receive an SMS notification confirming that their application has been received. For this reason, applicants must provide correct and active phone numbers when filling the application form.
Successful applicants will also receive their admission offer through SMS on the phone number they provided during the application process.
It is important to note that the Colleges of Education will verify all results with the West African Examinations Council (WAEC).
Any applicant who submits fake or falsified documents will face serious legal consequences.
Conclusion
Applying to the Colleges of Education is an important opportunity for students who want to build a career in teaching. Applicants should carefully check the admission requirements and follow all the application steps correctly.
By providing the right information and completing the application properly, students can increase their chances of gaining admission into a College of Education for the 2026/2027 academic year.
