Can I Use My WAEC Result to Study Abroad?

There have been a lot of queries from students who participate in the West African Examination Council (WAEC) examinations as to whether they can use their WAEC results to study abroad.

The demand for studying abroad from students from WAEC countries including Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Liberia, and the Gambia is increasing by the day. So if you are a student in any of the aforementioned countries and want to ascertain if you can study abroad with your WAEC result, then you are at the right place.

The West African Examination Council (WAEC) is an internationally recognized examination for students from Anglophone West African countries. Even though the council provides different examination questions to different countries, the results are accepted globally.

So if you wish to study in the UK, USA, Australia, China, Germany, Canada, South Korea, Cyprus etc, be rest assured that your WAEC results will be accepted.

Can I Use My WAEC Result to Study Abroad?

The answer is YES. You can use your WAEC results to study abroad in any country of your choice. However, to stand a chance, you need to have good grades that meet international criteria.

Is my WAEC Result Enough to Study Abroad?

As a student from Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Liberia, and the Gambia, your WAEC results alone are not enough to gain admission to study abroad. Every university has its own admission requirements of which your WAEC result is just a part of it.

In addition to your WAEC results, you need to take other standardized international examinations including SATS and/or GMAT. You will also need to take a standardized test to measure your English proficiency. The two most accepted English proficiency tests include; the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and The International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

List of Universities to Study Abroad with WAEC

There are several universities in many countries that accept WAEC results from West African students. Below is the list of countries you and universities you can study abroad with your WAEC result.

• List of Universities in Canada that Accept WASSCE Results
• List of Universities in South Korea that Accepts WAEC Results
• List of Universities in Germany that Accept WAEC Results
• List of Universities in USA that Accept WASSCE Results
• List of Universities in Australia that Accept WASSCE Results
• List of Universities in UK that Accept WASSCE Results

It is also worthy of note, that the list is not exhaustive. Identify a school of your choice and proceed to the admission section and peruse the admission requirement. For proper guidance, see our guide on how to apply to universities abroad.

Can I Get a Scholarship Abroad with WAEC?

YES, you can get a fully-funded and fully-paid scholarship to study abroad. There are numerous scholarships available to African students. Some universities will need you to gain admission first before applying, for others, you can apply for the scholarship alongside your admission application. You can explore the scholarship options below.

• UK Scholarships
• Ireland Scholarships
• China Scholarships
• Canada Scholarships
• Germany Scholarships
• Australia Scholarships

Conclusion

As earlier stated, you can gain admission into universities in Europe, America, Australia, and Asia with your WAEC results. However, each university has its own peculiar admission requirements. As such, it is important to peruse the admission requirements of your school of choice before sending in your application.