Program Overview

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Program Overview

The Ghana: Clinical and Public Health program provides students with an interdisciplinary clinical and public health opportunity. Partnering with Garden City University College (GCUC) in Ghana, participants will be paired with a GCUC student or other health professionals and engage in clinical experiences and public health research activities while exploring the country's culture and history.

Program Details

Application Deadline

The application deadline for the program is Monday, January 26, 2026, at 23:59.

Program Type

The program type is OHIO Credit.

Academic Focus

The academic focus of the program is Health Sciences.

Country/Region

The program takes place in Ghana.

Program Term

The program term is Summer.

Program Structure

Program Dates

The program dates for Summer 2026 are Saturday, May 23, to Saturday, June 13, 2026. Participants will need to plan to depart the US on May 22 to arrive in Ghana on May 23, and depart Ghana on June 13 with an anticipated arrival in the US on June 14.

Academics

The program recruits students from a wide variety of academic levels, and the course offerings available will depend on a student's class rank at the time of travel. The available courses include:

• IHS 4303: Secondary Data Analysis in Global Health and Development (4 OHIO Undergraduate credits)
• IHS 5303: Secondary Data Analysis in Global Health and Development (4 OHIO Graduate credits)
• OCOM 8911: Global Health Rotation (HCOM Years 3 & 4) A non-credit option is also available for HCOM Years 1 & 2.

Cost and Funding

Cost

The estimated cost for the program is as follows:

• Undergraduate: $9,301 + 3-4 Credits of Summer Athens-Campus Tuition/Fees
• Graduate: $10,851 + 4 Credits of Summer Athens-Campus Tuition/Fees
• HCOM: $10,851 The cost includes:
  • SUMMER 2026 Tuition (based on individual Tuition Guarantee or Graduate Program of Study)
  • Program Fee (student accommodations, some meals, excursions and activities, and transportation to all program-related activities)
  • Study Abroad Administrative Fee
  • Estimated Out-of-Pocket Expenses (passport and photos, airfare, extra baggage, meals on travel days, immunizations, visa for entry, required cell phone, incidentals)

Funding Opportunities

More information on financial aid and scholarships can be found on the funding pages.

Eligibility and Application Requirements

Eligibility

Applicants must have a high school diploma or the equivalent by the start date of the program. Students enrolled in College Credit Plus (CC+) are not eligible for study away programs.

Application Requirements

Applicants are required to submit:

• A personal statement indicating their interest/goals for this particular program
• 2 Professional References who will complete a form
• DARS (required only for undergraduates)

Entry and Exit Requirements

Visa Requirements

U.S. citizens are required to have a valid U.S. passport when traveling outside of the United States. Some countries also require a visa to legally enter or reside in the country. Proof of Yellow Fever vaccination is required for entry into Ghana.

Information for Non-U.S. Citizens

Non-U.S. citizens should check the U.S. department of state website for Ghana for specific visa requirements.

Resources

Health and Safety

Information on health and safety can be found on the health and safety page.

Accessibility Requests and Accommodations

Information on accessibility requests and accommodations can be found on the accessibility requests and accommodations page.