A remarkable 121 graduates of Wisconsin International University College, Ghana from the Accra campus alone have successfully gained admission to the prestigious Ghana School of Law for just this 2024 entry, where they have advanced in the Professional Postgraduate Bar Programme. This achievement is a strong testament to Wisconsin’s high academic standards, practical approach to learning, and commitment to producing legal professionals who can compete with the best.
Starting with a modest figure from its first cohort in 2017 who gained admission into the Ghana School of Law, Wisconsin’s numbers into the Ghana School of Law have grown significantly, reaching an impressive 121 students accepted into the Ghana School of Law in the 2024 entrance alone. This upward trajectory highlights the university’s unique position as a private institution that competes on par with and often exceeds the output of well-established public universities in the country.
The Dean of the Law Faculty, Dr Peter Alex Wiredu, a former Commissioner of Police and Former comptroller of Ghana immigration service with vast experience in both law enforcement and legal practice, shared his pride and excitement about these achievements. He credited the success to Wisconsin’s focus on experiential learning, where classroom education is seamlessly blended with hands-on training. Wisconsin’s law students gain practical skills through various initiatives, including access to a fully equipped moot court for trial simulations, mentorship programs with practicing legal professionals, and a comprehensive, resource-rich library tailored to their studies. This combination of theory and practice has proven invaluable in preparing students to excel in national entrance exams and beyond.
The Dean also expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the university’s management, whose continuous investment in quality resources has been a key driver behind these successes. From hiring seasoned faculty members with industry experience to providing state-of-the-art learning facilities, Wisconsin has fostered an environment where students can develop the competencies necessary to thrive in the legal profession.
With such a strong foundation, Wisconsin International University College Ghana’s Law Faculty is setting new standards for legal education in Ghana. By remaining dedicated to excellence and innovation, Wisconsin is poised to shape the next generation of legal leaders and continue its impressive track record of success.
