For every JHS 3 student, the 2026 school selection is about more than just picking a school with a nice campus. The most critical part of your CSSPS form is the “Program” column. Many students rush into General Science because they think it’s the only path to success, only to find themselves struggling in the university because their natural talents were in Business or Visual Arts.
Choosing the wrong program can lead to “academic frustration,” where a student’s grades drop simply because they aren’t interested in the subjects they are forced to study. Your career journey starts now, and it must be based on two things: Your Academic Strengths and your passion.
When you choose your strongest favourate subject and then what ARE YOU MOST INTERESTED IN, the tool will indicate the programme you should consider when selecting schools and programmes of preference for SHS
Matching Your Interests to the Right SHS Course
Do You Know You Can Use Our SHS Program & Career Predictor Tool To Discover Your Best SHS Course Based on Your Interests?
To help you navigate this, we have developed the SHS Path & Career Predictor. This tool analyzes your favorite subjects and tells you which senior high school program will lead you to your dream job.
USE THE PROGRAMME AND CAREER PREDICTOR TOOL HERE
SHS Career Path Predictor
Deep Dive: SHS Programs and Where They Lead
Understanding the career outcomes for each program is essential before you commit to a choice on your selection form.
1. General Science: The Future of Innovation
If you excel in Mathematics and Integrated Science, this is your home.
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The Program: High focus on Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Elective Math.
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The Careers: Medicine, Nursing, Civil/Mechanical Engineering, Data Science, and Pharmacy.
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Success Tip: You must be ready for heavy calculations and long lab hours.
2. General Arts: The Hub of Leadership and Law
This is the most popular and versatile program in Ghana, perfect for those with strong communication skills.
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The Program: Includes Government, Literature, Geography, Economics, and History.
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The Careers: Law, Journalism, International Relations, Public Relations, and Teaching.
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Success Tip: Great for students who enjoy reading and analyzing complex social issues.
3. Business: The Engine of the Economy
If you are organized and enjoy working with numbers and management, choose Business.
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The Program: Focuses on Financial Accounting, Costing, Business Management, and Economics.
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The Careers: Chartered Accounting, Banking, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, and Human Resource Management.
4. Home Economics & Visual Arts: The Creative Powerhouses
These programs are for students who want to turn their creativity into a thriving profession.
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Home Economics: Leads to careers in Hospitality Management, Fashion Design, Dietetics, and Culinary Arts.
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Visual Arts: The foundation for Architecture, Graphic Design, Fine Arts, and Multimedia Production.
Strategy: How to Use Your Result
Once you use our Predictor Tool above and find your best-fit program, you should:
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Check which schools in Category A, B, and C are strongest in that specific program.
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Review your Mock Results to ensure your raw scores meet the competitive entry requirements for that course.
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Consult with your parents and teachers to ensure your choice aligns with your long-term university goals.
Your future isn’t a guess; it’s a plan. Start your 2026 SHS journey with the right program today!
What was your result?
Did our tool predict a career you’ve always dreamed of? Tell us in the comments! Also, don’t forget to use our [Admission Probability Simulator] to see if your grades are strong enough for your dream school.