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Program Overview

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.

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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

What's Included

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

Program Details

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Locations

  • Cape Town, South Africa

Fields & Subjects

  • African Studies
  • History

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026, 2027
  • Terms Available
  • Winter

Eligible Nationalities

  • American

Education Levels & Language

  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

All Ages

Program Reviews

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4.6
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Top categories

Academics
4.6
Cultural Immersion
4.6
Health & Safety
4.6
Living Situation
4.4
Program Administration
4.4
Community
3.1

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Julissa R.January 2026

Life-Changing Growth for Anyone

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.

Jane T.January 2026

Singing CIEE's praises

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

Vanessa M.January 2025

Friendly and knowledgable staff

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!

Madison B.January 2025

Highly recommend

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.

Mary A.December 2019

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

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!

Emma E.United States · April 2019

Well organized

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.

Mary A.April 2019

Great excursions

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.

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Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Finalist -	Student Video
Top Rated Notable Mentions 2022
Innovative New Program – Intern Abroad 2021 Finalist
Innovation in Crisis Response 2021 Finalist
Innovative Technology 2020 Finalist
Top Rated Study Abroad Organizations of 2020
Top Rated Organization 2019 - Study Abroad
Alliance for International Exchange
Innovative Technology 2019
British Accreditation Council

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