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WASSCE results and overseas admissions: what scores do you need?
15 December 2025 · 5 min read · Mindmorph Admissions Team
WASSCE is recognised at most major universities — you don't need a degree to study abroad.
UK admissions - Foundation year: WASSCE C6 or higher in 5 subjects - Direct entry to most universities: B3 or higher in 5 subjects including Maths and English - Russell Group: A1–A2 in core subjects
Canada admissions - Most universities: 5 WASSCE subjects with B3 or higher - U15 universities: A1–B2
US admissions - WASSCE is converted to GPA equivalence; B3 ≈ 3.0 GPA - SAT or ACT typically required for undergraduate admissions
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