First-year students at public tertiary institutions who have paid their academic user fees for 2024/2025 academic year will get a refund in June this year.

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The Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) made the revelation in a release signed by its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr Saajida Shiraz. The reimbursements form part of the No-Fees-Stress policy introduced by President John Dramani Mahama's, reflecting his commitment to invest in Ghana's youth for a brighter future.To support the rollout of the “No-Fee Stress” policy, GH¢499.8 million has been allocated under the 2025 national budget, which was presented to Parliament by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson on Tuesday, March 11.For the refund process, the the No-Fees-Stress application portal at

https://nofeesstress.sltf.gov.gh

has been opened for eligible students to enter their applications.The Trust Fud has emphasized that applications submitted will undergo thorough checks.Dr. Shiraz added, “We urge all first-year students to apply promptly to secure their reimbursement.”Students have been admonished to channel inquires via the SLTF's official website.

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Meanwhile, the government has clarified that first-year public university students who have already paid their academic fees for the current academic year will not receive cash refunds.

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Instead, the government will apply the equivalent amount as credit toward the students' second-year fees.

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