How WASSCE Aggregate is Calculated for Ghanaian Universities
Ghanaian universities use your best 3 core subjects (usually English, Mathematics, and Science) plus your best 3 elective subjects to determine your cutoff/aggregate score. Lower scores are better for admission.
Quick Steps
- Pick your best 3 core subject grades (English, Maths, Science).
- Pick your best 3 elective subject grades.
- Add the points for these 6 subjects. That’s your aggregate.
Tip: The lower your aggregate, the better your chances for competitive programs.
Example
- Core English: B3 (3 points)
- Core Maths: C4 (4 points)
- Integrated Science: B2 (2 points)
- Elective Physics: A1 (1 point)
- Elective Chemistry: B3 (3 points)
- Elective Biology: C6 (6 points)
Aggregate = 3 + 4 + 2 + 1 + 3 + 6 = 19