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SHS Graduate Collapses After Denial Of Admission To Study Medicine at UG

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SHS Graduate Collapses After Denial Of Admission To Study Medicine at UG

A brilliant Senior High School (SHS) graduate in Ghana, who excelled in the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), has reportedly collapsed after being denied admission to pursue medicine at the University of Ghana.

The incident came to light after the girl’s father made a heartfelt appeal on social media, seeking support and advice from Ghanaians.

The distressed father narrated his daughter’s plight to Wendy Boatemaa Ofori, a philanthropist and nurse, hoping for guidance on resolving the issue.

According to the father, his daughter achieved an impressive 7As and 1B in the WASSCE.

Despite taking an entrance examination and participating in an interview for the medical program, she did not secure a spot on the list of successful applicants. “Good morning, madam. Please, my daughter got A1s 7 and B2 1. She chose to do medicine at Legon.

She wrote entrance exams and interviewed. She has been rejected for no apparent reason, and when I broke the news to her, she nearly collapsed,” the father lamented.

Ms. Ofori disclosed that she advised the father to consult the admissions office at the university for further assistance.

The story has sparked widespread reactions online, with many sharing their thoughts and advice.

Akosua Boateng commented on the situation, recounting her sister’s move abroad for better academic opportunities. “Ghana dey kill talent and ambition,” she said.

Another user, Fergurson Michaels, highlighted the intense competition for medical school admissions in Ghana, noting that protocol admissions often dominate.

He suggested that the girl consider other institutions, such as the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) or the University for Development Studies (UDS).

The incident has ignited a broader conversation about the challenges faced by brilliant students in gaining admission to competitive programs in Ghana.

Some commenters criticized the system, claiming that connections often outweigh merit in admissions processes.

As the girl’s family continues to seek solutions, many are urging her not to lose hope.

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