The Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM), University of Sierra Leone, has opened applications for its College Preparatory Programme for the 2026/2027 academic year.

The four-week short course is designed to prepare prospective students for enrolment at the College by strengthening their academic foundation and equipping them with the necessary skills for further studies.

Interested applicants are required to pay Le750 into the IPAM account (No. 6340000669) at any Ecobank branch nationwide. Following payment, applicants can process their applications at any IPAM campus across the country.

The programme will run according to the following schedule:

  • Application Deadline: 18 September 2026
  • Classes Begin: 21 September 2026
  • Classes End: 18 October 2026

Participants who successfully complete the programme will be awarded an official College Certificate.

IPAM has encouraged prospective students to apply early, describing the programme as an important first step towards their academic journey.