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CIEE January in Cape Town

by: CIEE College Study Abroad

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Your January in Cape Town program lasts 3 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in one CIEE course taught at CIEE Cape Town. Enhance your experience with extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in South African culture. Live and learn in Cape Town! Cape Town is South Africa's stunning coastal city, celebrated for its mild summer climate and rich cultural heritage. January is the perfect time to experience the city's charm with long days and sunshine while exploring iconic landmarks like Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront and enjoying outdoor activities like surfing and hiking. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Cape Town is the perfect place to study abroad on winter break.

Program Highlights

Study Surrounded by Natural Beauty where you can combine academic pursuits with outdoor adventures like hiking, surfing, and wildlife safaris

Experience the Beauty of Summer enjoying Cape Town's mild climate, long days, and sunshine, perfect for exploring the city's coastline, beaches, and attractions

Gain Insight into South Africa's Complex History and its transition from apartheid to democracy, learning about the country's turbulent past and the struggle for freedom

Take in breathtaking views of Cape Town from the top of Table Mountain, one of the world's most iconic natural wonders

Visit the Robben Island Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you'll walk in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela and explore the island's history

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Cape Town, South Africa
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2026, 2027Terms Available:
  • Winter
Age Requirement: All Ages
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • African Studies
  • History
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
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Last Updated: Aug 18, 2026

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Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

4.57

Total Reviews

7

Life-Changing Growth for Anyone

January 13, 2026by: Julissa R.
5

I would be likely to recommend CIEE study abroad to a friend or peer because of the life-changing experiences and growth I have had while in the program, and the fact that I think it is possible for all students to experience this while participating in the program.

Singing CIEE's praises

January 03, 2026by: Jane T.
4

The staff at Wofford College know exactly what they are doing, they are very friendly and often cultivate fun activities with true local experiences while keeping the students safe. Always willing to sing CIEEs praises

Friendly and knowledgable staff

January 21, 2025by: Vanessa M.
4

The staff was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and welcoming. I like that they would give us recommendations of places to go and things to do and how to do it safely. But they also would give us our independence which was great!

Highly recommend

January 16, 2025by: Madison B.
5

I would highly recommend CIEE study abroad to a friend or peer because the staff were amazing, the living accommodations were great, the co curricular and activities were so fun, engaging, and interesting and gave me a great feel of Cape Town in various ways. It allowed me to explore Cape Town entirely.

I'm so thankful and feel so blessed that l I was given this opportunity.

December 13, 2019by: Mary A.
5

Because the group excursions that are provided to you from the CIEE program allows you to experience the atmosphere of certain communities at a close hand. There is a revealing of what the local people's lives are like, and there is a cultural diffusion that takes place unlike any other you may have experienced before. I've been loving everything in this program down to the staff, my fellow study abroad peers, to the food that is provided free of no charge!

Well organized

April 06, 2019by: Emma E. - United States
4

I think the program was well put together, allowed for a lot of opportunity to see the region (which I absolutely loved) and on top the class course and professor Nompilo was amazing. I learned so much about the history and feel that I can easily recommend this Company to friends and so on.

Great excursions

April 06, 2019by: Mary A.
5

The group excursions that are provided to you from the CIEE program allows you to experience the atmosphere of certain communities at a close hand. There is a revealing of what the local people's lives are like, an there is a cultural diffusion that takes place unlike any other you may have experienced before. I've been loving everything in this program down to the staff, my fellow study abroad peers, to the food that is provided free of no charge! Im so thankful and feel so blessed that l I was given this opportunity.

Program Details

Learn all the nitty gritty details you need to know

Locations

  • Cape Town, South Africa

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • African Studies
  • History

Availability

Years Offered: 2026, 2027

Terms Available:
  • Winter

Age Requirement

Open to All Ages

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Travel Insurance
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Academic Credit
  • Emergency Support
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Medical / Accident Insurance
  • Internship Placement

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application
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    Your January in Cape Town program lasts 3 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in one CIEE course taught at CIEE Cape Town. Enhance your experience with extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in South African culture. Live and learn in Cape Town! Cape Town is South Africa's stunning coastal city, celebrated for its mild summer climate and rich cultural heritage. January is the perfect time to experience the city's charm with long days and sunshine while exploring iconic landmarks like Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront and enjoying outdoor activities like surfing and hiking. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, C...

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