Student applications surge as free education takes effect

The prestigious University of Guyana (UG) continues to receive applications for the 2025-26 academic year, with more than 1200 applications coming in weekly, reports Newsroom.

The application process for its degree, diploma and certificate programmes will close on 16 May. The university has reaffirmed that it will continue to admit students without charging tuition fees, following the government’s decision to abolish all tuition costs from 1 January 2025.

President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the landmark announcement during his budget presentation to the Twelfth Parliament on 10 October last year, fulfilling a key manifesto promise.
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