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Stellenbosch University
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Study Abroad in StellenboStudy Abroad in South Africasch: Overview

Program at a glance

  • Academic year, July-November and January-June semesters (summer session also available)
  • Open to college sophomores, juniors and seniors
  • 2.5 minimum GPA required
  • Program fee includes tuition, housing, some meals, London stopover, excursions and cultural activities, airfare if selected, visit to Cederberg Mountains and Cape Town, and more
  • Courses offered in English in African studies, conservation ecology, history, literature, political science, religious studies and theater arts
  • Community volunteer opportunities available as well as a new Service Learning Certificate
  • On-site orientation in Stellenbosch
  • The local AIFS Resident Director and staff organize cultural activities and housing, act as a liaison between students and the university, and are available 24/7 in case of emergencies
  • Study Permit (temporary residence permit) mandatory. Apply to the South African consulate
  • Transcripts issued by Stellenbosch University

Application and scholarship deadlines

  • Applications must be postmarked by April 15 for academic year or July-November semester; November 15 for January-June semester. This allows time for Stellenbosch University department heads to review them. Applications postmarked after this date are subject to a late fee of $250. Students applying later may receive their acceptance and study permit late.
  • AIFS Study Abroad Scholarships available. The scholarship application deadlines are April 15 for academic year or July-November semester; October 1 for January-June semester.