16/03/2026
Tamale College of Education Inducts and Matriculates 470 New Students for the Academic Year
The Tamale College of Education (TACE) has officially inducted and matriculated 470 new students for the current academic year. The 22nd Matriculation Ceremony took place on the college campus, where the Principal, Professor Sulemana Iddrisu addressed attendees.
In his address, Professor Iddrisu revealed that a total of 5,692 applicants sought admission to the college; however, only 2,399 applicants met the admission criteria, representing 42.15 percent of the total applicants. Among those qualified, 1,839 candidates applied for the Junior High School program, accounting for 76.66 percent of all qualified applicants. Additionally, 560 candidates were deemed eligible for the Primary Education Program, constituting 23.34 percent of the qualified pool.
The Principal noted a continuing trend in which female applicants dominate the qualified cohort, particularly within the Primary Education Program. He further emphasized that despite the significant number of qualified candidates, the college faces constraints related to limited infrastructure and resources. Consequently, TACE has admitted 470 students this academic year, comprising 305 females (65 percent) and 165 males (35 percent).
Furthermore, Tamale College of Education has established a partnership with Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) to enhance academic programs and ensure adherence to rigorous standards in curriculum delivery, assessment, and research. In an effort to adapt to the global technological revolution in education and research, TACE is also set to introduce a course on Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Professor Iddrisu announced that out of the 470 students admitted this academic year, 449 have benefited from the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government's "No Fees Stress" policy, representing 96 percent of the total admitted students. He clarified that the remaining 21 students (4 percent) are yet to be covered under this policy due to documentation challenges. Additionally, four students are receiving support through the government's Persons with Disabilities (PWD) grant, underscoring President Mahama's commitment to inclusive and equitable access to education.
Addressing accommodation issues, Professor Iddrisu acknowledged that student housing remains a significant concern for both management and government. "The issue of student accommodation is a key priority for the management of Tamale College of Education. We are currently collaborating with the government and relevant stakeholders to address the accommodation challenges facing the college," he stated.
He further mentioned that an ongoing construction project for a two-storey girls' dormitory is progressing steadily and is expected to alleviate accommodation pressures for female students. Efforts are also being made to resolve accommodation issues for male students. Additionally, a 300-bed facility originally awarded in 2022 but stalled due to unforeseen challenges has been re-awarded by the current government, with construction now resuming at an accelerated pace.
Finally, Professor Iddrisu emphasized the importance of security and safety for students, staff, and management. In response to these concerns, the college management has initiated the installation of CCTV cameras at strategic locations across the campus to enhance surveillance and overall security wellbeing.
