Students Loan Trust Fund Launches Academic Fee Reimbursement for First-Year Public Tertiary Students.

Government to Reimburse Academic Fees for First-Year Tertiary Students.

The Students Loan Trust Fund has  announced a significant initiative to alleviate financial burdens on first-year tertiary students by reimbursing academic user fees for the 2024/2025 academic year.

This initiative is part of the No-Fees-Stress Policy, which targets students enrolled in accredited diploma or degree programs at public tertiary institutions nationwide. 

Eligible students can apply through the official No-Fees-Stress portal at (link unavailable) The applications will be cross-checked with data from participating institutions to ensure accuracy and authenticity.

The reimbursement exercise is expected to commence soon, following policy directives from the Ministry of Education. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to investing in the nation's human capital and providing educational relief to youth. 

According to Dr. Saajida Shiraz, Chief Executive Officer of the SLTF, "This move is part of our broader efforts to make tertiary education more accessible and stress-free for Ghanaian students.

" Dr. Shiraz emphasized that the initiative aims to promote academic excellence and support the development of Ghana's future leaders.

Students who are interested in applying for the reimbursement can contact the SLTF for further information. The contact details are as follows: email info@sltf.gov.gh, phone +233 302 231 886/7, call centre 0302 751 020, or visit their website (link unavailable) The SLTF's address is PMB CT 223, Cantonments, Accra, Ghana, and their fax number is +233 302 231 873. 

By providing financial relief to first-year students, the SLTF aims to make tertiary education more accessible and affordable for all Ghanaians. This initiative is a significant step towards promoting academic excellence and supporting the development of Ghana's future leaders.



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