Over 461,000 Final-Year SHS Students Begin 2025 WASSCE Across Ghana.

Over 461,000 Final-Year SHS Students Begin 2025 WASSCE Across Ghana.

On Monday, August 4, 2025, a total of 461,640 final-year Senior High School (SHS) students across the country commenced the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination for School Candidates (WASSCE-SC). This year’s candidate population represents a modest increase of 1,029 students compared to the 2024 figure of 460,611.

Among the candidates are 207,381 males and 254,259 females, drawn from 701 senior high schools nationwide. The examination kicks off with practical sessions in Basketry, Ceramics, Graphic Design, Jewellery, Leatherwork, and similar Visual Arts subjects. The full exam schedule will run through to Friday, August 22, 2025.

This year’s WASSCE marks the fourth consecutive edition conducted exclusively for Ghanaian candidates under the revised academic calendar adopted after the COVID-19 pandemic. While other member countries of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), including Nigeria, Liberia, Sierra Leone, and The Gambia, have reverted to the traditional May/June timetable, Ghana maintains its adjusted August schedule.

Regional Distribution of Candidates

According to statistics released by WAEC, the Ashanti Region has the highest number of candidates, registering 115,982 students, comprising 52,813 males and 63,169 females. The Eastern Region follows with 64,225 candidates, while the three Bono regions (Bono, Bono East, and Ahafo) collectively account for 61,773 candidates.

Breakdown of candidate figures by region includes:

  • Central Region: 53,738 candidates (23,090 males, 30,648 females)
  • Greater Accra Region: 45,877 candidates (20,948 males, 24,929 females)
  • Volta & Oti Regions: 35,539 candidates (16,729 males, 18,810 females)
  • Western & Western North Regions: 33,121 candidates (14,156 males, 18,965 females)
  • Northern, North East & Savannah Regions: 29,652 candidates (14,712 males, 14,940 females)
  • Upper East Region: 13,976 candidates (5,918 males, 8,058 females)
  • Upper West Region: 7,757 candidates (3,431 males, 4,326 females) 

Supervision and Logistics

To ensure a smooth and credible examination process, WAEC has designated 701 examination centres across the country. Each centre is managed by one supervisor, supported by a total of 1,391 assistant supervisors and 15,391 invigilators.

Government Intervention in Practical Exams.

The Ghana Education Service (GES), through the Ministry of Education, has released GH¢15,849,920 to cater for practical examination expenses. This financial support covers the cost of materials needed for the practical components, reducing the financial burden on parents and schools.

In a statement, the Head of Public Relations at GES, Mr. Daniel Fenyi, noted that the intervention is aimed at facilitating a smooth and well-coordinated examination experience for both students and administrators.

A Call for Support and Vigilance.

As the 2025 WASSCE progresses, education stakeholders have been urged to uphold integrity and offer the necessary support to ensure a successful examination season. School authorities, parents, and invigilators are expected to create an enabling environment that allows students to focus and perform to the best of their abilities.

This examination period represents a defining moment for over 461,000 Ghanaian youths as they prepare to transition into tertiary education or the job market. The nation watches with hope and encouragement as these candidates take this crucial academic step.


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