By Nakasia Logan
The University of Guyana (UG) is celebrating a significant milestone with the enrollment of a record 3,776 new students for the upcoming academic year.
This achievement marks a notable increase in the number of CARICOM applicants, highlighting UG’s growing regional and international appeal.
The new students will join the approximately 8,000 continuing students across UG’s campuses in Turkeyen and Tain.
The surge in new enrollments includes a remarkable rise in international students, with 232 applicants from 10 CARICOM countries—a significant jump from 170 applicants last year.
Dr. Nigel Gravesande, Registrar at UG, announced these figures during the Formal Commencement Ceremony for the 2024/2025 academic year.
He noted that the largest number of CARICOM applicants came from Belize, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and St. Lucia.
The university’s affiliate program has also expanded, now offering 12 programs with 48 students from seven CARICOM member states.
In his address, Chancellor Professor Edward Greene welcomed the new students, emphasizing the transformative journey that lies ahead.
He encouraged students to view their time at UG as an adventure filled with opportunities for new friendships, intellectual exploration, and personal growth.
The Registrar’s Office has committed to enhancing student welfare, providing support services that include academic progress monitoring, accommodation, social and extracurricular activities, and leadership opportunities.
As UG prepares to begin classes on September 2, it is poised to offer an enriched educational experience to its expanding student body, both regionally and internationally.