Description

Summer in South Africa offers you an amazing college experience in an exotic destination, studying at Stellenbosch University. Ideally situated in the heart of the Cape Winelands, the University is at the core of Stellenbosch, the country's oldest college town. Summer in South Africa includes hands-on courses, guest lecturers, and opportunities to learn both inside and outside the classroom. You can expect:

* 6-day Garden Route Safari Tour - Have you ever wondered what it would be like to ride an ostrich? On the 6-day, 5-night Garden Route Tour, you can try it at an ostrich farm, visit a colony of beach penguins, and explore Tsitsikamma National Park. If you have an adventurous side, there are also opportunities to safari, surf, sand board, and ride horses on the beach.

* An orientation in Cape Town and the wine country - When you arrive in South Africa, we'll give you a detailed 3-day orientation, during which we'll take you on a tour of Cape Town and the Stellenbosch wine country. On the Cape Town excursion, you will also visit Table Mountain, Robben Island, and Cape Point.

* Classes in South Africa's oldest college town - Stellenbosch University is recognized as one of the 4 top research universities in South Africa. The University keeps up to speed with the latest advancements in technology, and the professors are internationally acclaimed.

* Opportunities to participate in community development projects - In the classroom, you will develop an understanding of the historical background and current issues affecting community life in South Africa. You then have the opportunity to participate in a service-learning project in your new community.

* A land of adventure - Many regard South Africa as the adventure capital of the world. Are interested in the highest bungee jump on the planet, diving with great white sharks, or making a safari to see the Big 5? South Africa offers a full spectrum of adventure activities.

Highlights

* A coastline of beaches only 20 minutes from your front door
* Close to the world's best safaris
* Excursions around Cape Town and the Stellenbosch Winelands
* Extensive adventure opportunities
* 6-day, 5-night Garden Route Safari Tour
* Classes at a world-renowned university
* Community development and service-learning projects
* Fully furnished apartments shared with other international students
* A college town on the outskirts of a cosmopolitan city
* An innovative, South Africa - focused curriculum
* Extensive sports facilities on campus

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

please contact CISabroad

Program Fees Include:

* A tour of Stellenbosch and the wine country
* 6-day, 5-night Garden Route Tour
* Excursions to Cape Town, Robben Island, Cape Point, and Table Mountain
* Full-time tuition and fees
* Housing (fully furnished apartments)
* Medical and accident insurance
* Academic advising
* Financial aid counseling
* Assistance with travel arrangements
* CISabroad support services before, during, and after the program
* Predeparture orientation
* Airport pickup
* Internet connection and laundry facilities
* Stellenbosch University orientation
* On-site support
* Stellenbosch University official transcript
* Carbon offset of travel

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat

Scholarships are Available

Grants (Automatically Awarded): * CISabroad Early Bird Grant: You will automatically receive USD 100 off if you apply by Sep 23rd for a spring semester program or December 31st for a fall semester program! * CISabroad CPA (Cooperating Partner Alliance) Grant: Automatically receive USD 250 off a semester program or USD 100 off a summer or short-term program if your school is an affiliate. Please check list at CISabroad website. * CISabroad Bring a Friend Grant: You and your friend receive USD 250 for a semester program or USD 100 for a summer, short-term or internship program. * CISabroad Go Again Grant: Got the travel bug and want to go again on another CISabroad program? Get USD 250 off a semester or USD 100 off a summer program. *CISabroad Diversity Abroad Grant, CIS Gilman Grant, CIS Golden Key Grant: If you receive a Diversity Abroad scholarship, Gilman Grant, or Golden Key Award for your CISabroad program, we'll give you an additional $500 grant, just to say congrats! For all of the following scholarships, Please be sure to fill out the CIS scholarship application form by May 1 for a fall program, November 1 for a Spring Program, or May 1 For a summer program. Please visit CISabroad website. * CISabroad Leadership Scholarship: Receive USD 250- USD 500 off a semester program or USD 100-USD 200 off a summer program * CISabroad Photo Journalist Scholarship Receive USD 100 off plus a digital camera for semester or summer program * CISabroad Correspondent Scholarship (semester programs only) Receive USD 500-USD 1,000 off for blogging regularly about your experience overseas * CISabroad Green Scholarship Receive USD 250-USD 500 off a semester or USD 100-USD 200 off a summer program for volunteering in an eco-friendly capacity and presenting on your experience while back home Please check CISabroad website for a more up to date info.

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript

Typically The Application Process Time is

48 hours

CISabroad's Mission Statement

To provide innovative education programs that broaden academic perspectives, promote global awareness, and encourage personal development while laying the foundation for participants to become engaged world citizens.

Year Founded

2000