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CIEE College Study Abroad
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Your Open Campus Block program in Cape Town lasts 6, 12, or 18 weeks and is designed to be completely customizable. You will enroll in CIEE courses and online courses taught through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while i
See All 43 ProgramsUniversity Studies Abroad Consortium
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Live and study in one of the most beautiful parts of South Africa, featuring historic architecture, rich cultural heritage, and easy access to outdoor and sporting activities. Found in the heart of the wine country, Stellenbosch provides the region's cuisine, culture, and stunning scenery. It is sur
See All 2 ProgramsAIFS Abroad
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Traveling and seeing the world doesn’t necessarily mean taking a break from your studies. Study abroad with AIFS and broaden your academic knowledge while learning about foreign cultures! Serving more than 1.5 million students since 1964, AIFS is a recognized provider of study abroad programs. We o
See All 9 ProgramsWorldStrides
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Experience Meknes, Morocco, known as the “Versailles of Morocco” for its rich history, cultural diversity, and stunning architecture. Explore a city where Arab, Berber, and French influences come together through vibrant districts like the bustling Ville Nouvelle, historic Medina, and peaceful plaza
See All 2 ProgramsSemester at Sea
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Unlike traditional study abroad or tourism experiences, Semester at Sea offers a unique opportunity for deep, authentic engagement with countries and cultures around the globe. It's more than just the adventure of a lifetime. It's a transformative experience that will give you a global perspective t
See All 6 ProgramsNew York University
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Experience life in a developing nation while exploring one of Africa's most intellectually and culturally vibrant cities. Gain direct experience with West Africa’s public health system at New York University in Accra. Students may conduct fieldwork and volunteer at a local hospital or healthcare ins
See All 2 ProgramsSAI Programs
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Since 1995, we have offered students the very finest English-speaking study abroad programs. Headquartered in Northern California, SAI offers a diverse range of summer and semester programs. Each unique program has been carefully designed in collaboration with the host institution to maximize the st
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IMA offers an opportunity to enhance your medical and healthcare knowledge with International Medical Aid's Pre-Med and Health Fellowships. Crafted for pre-med undergraduates, medical students, and high school students, these fellowships offer a unique chance to engage deeply with global health care
See All 7 ProgramsSeamester Study Abroad at Sea
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Seamester is the educational adventure of a lifetime! For more than 40 years, we have offered unparalleled educational voyages where students spend a semester at sea sailing between islands, countries, and even continents. We design our programs to provide engaging learning experiences with real out
See All 9 ProgramsSIT Study Abroad
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Explore Madagascar’s rainforests, mangroves, coral reefs, and unique biodiversity, shaped by more than 100 million years of isolation. Recognized as one of the world’s megadiverse countries, the island is home to flora and fauna found nowhere else on earth. Study alongside Malagasy university studen
See All 17 ProgramsIES Abroad
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You have the opportunity to take specially designed courses with other IES Abroad students in a variety of disciplines. These English-taught courses were created with a comparative and interrelated curricular focus in order to help you learn more about South Africa and its neighboring countries. Cho
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Discover Francophone West Africa in the vibrant capital city of Dakar, Senegal, a coastal hub of economic, cultural, and humanitarian activity. APA's Dakar Summer Program is available for six or eight weeks. Build your schedule and choose: - 2 APA Courses OR - 1 Course + an Independent Study or Int
See All 5 ProgramsThe American University in Cairo
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With more than 35 undergraduate and 40 graduate programs, you are sure to find the right one for you. At AUC, we offer a wide and diverse range of U.S. and globally accredited academic programs, designed to meet the needs of all types of learners. Explore sociology, Egyptology, gender and women’s st
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Experience an unforgettable summer taking classes and traveling through Europe! The Ultimate Summer in Europe program is a multi-city summer study abroad program that visits some of Europe's top cities. Classes are taught by an international team of professors who travel with you. In the evenings an
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Our affordable 120-hour TEFL-TESOL course provides fully online training that is suitable for both beginners and experienced teachers. The course includes full video lessons with accompanying text, supplementary learning materials, and lesson scenario activities that help you think critically about
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Pulling the best of all our programming, Latitudes is a sequential, growth-oriented experience for students looking to see the landscape before diving deeper. It is an immersive gap year experience combining a group travel semester and an individual volunteer placement. As a Latitudes student, you’l
CEA
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Whether it is in historic Rome or in romantic Paris, you will enjoy a truly enriching and exciting study experience abroad! Don’t miss this chance to broaden your knowledge while ticking off some items on your bucket list. Aligning a study abroad program with an engineering major can pose a chall
See All 2 ProgramsPacific Discovery
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Experience an unforgettable 10-week Gap Year Semester through New Zealand and Australia, two of the world’s most amazing travel destinations. This Pacific Discovery program is designed for students taking a gap year, seeking an alternative study abroad, or looking to combine travel with purpose. Jo
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For centuries, Morocco has served as a crossroads of cultures, shaped by the influence of Amazigh (Berber), Arab, African, and European peoples. This rich history of cultural exchange is reflected in the country’s languages, traditions, architecture, and cuisine. Today, Morocco is home to more than
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Are you a student or young professional looking to enhance your career prospects through international work experience and hands-on learning? At Intern Abroad HQ, we help students and young professionals turn career aspirations into reality. We organize affordable internships in 20 destinations ac
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Learn Arabic in Rabat and enjoy a learning vacation in this dynamic city by the sea, a great central location to explore the surrounding region and other great Moroccan cities on weekends. Rabat offers some of the most surprising monuments in Morocco, such as the Royal Palace surrounded by the An
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Mohammed Said, a traditional herbalist of the fifth generation at Zanzibar, is considered "the" No. 1 traditional healer on the whole island of Zanzibar. He is even well-known in the Arab countries due to his extraordinary knowledge. At his 20-bed clinic, he regularly receives foreign patients from
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Get Certified to Teach English Worldwide Turn your ambition into a global opportunity with the Ofqual Regulated Level 5 TEFL Diploma. This advanced course is designed to take you from beginner to confident English teacher, giving you everything you need to start teaching in a variety of settings.
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A MEDLIFE Nursing Service Learning Service Trip offers free, high-quality healthcare to communities that lack access to essential health services. Local practitioners staff our Nursing Students Service Trips and offer crucial medical treatment and preventative screenings. These service-learning trip
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Pursuing a career in English teaching? Need help finding an English teaching job in any of the above fields? ITTT can help! Choose from our recognized online TEFL and TESOL courses: Level 5, 60 hours, 120 hours, and 180 hours. Prepare to teach in a classroom setup or online from the comfort of your
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If ever there was an opportunity to transform a high school course into something genuinely unique, this is it. Become a global citizen and broaden your worldview as we immerse ourselves in the rich tapestry of Tanzania. Travel across its plains, visit Maasai villages, volunteer in a service project
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Get all the benefits of an advanced in-class TESOL/TEFL course from the comfort of your home! As an OnTESOL trainee, you will have the opportunity to create full lesson plans that integrate grammar and vocabulary with speaking, listening, reading, and/or writing lessons. The assignments in the OnTES
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SIT’s Global Master of Arts in Sustainable Development Practice is a full-time, one-year degree that explores the interconnected nature of global health crises, economic inequality, natural resource degradation, and political and ethnic conflicts. Study begins in Ecuador, focusing on biodiversity
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Experience the perfect blend of academic excellence and cultural immersion at Al Akhawayn University, located in the scenic town of Ifrane, Morocco. Known as the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its unique alpine charm, the university offers a stunning campus environment and modern facilities. This pro
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Prepare for your experience abroad with the GCC, an innovative course that supports individuals participating in international study, volunteer, teaching, internship, work, travel, and au pair programs. IOI offers the Global Competence Certification to build your global competence. Develop the nece
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Via Lingua Marrakeshprovides an intensive, interactive program to gain certification as a Teacher of English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). Our TEFL Florence Course is one of the most comprehensive and up-to-date in the world today. Including 130 hours of expert tuition with 10 hours of assessed teac
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Join us for two weeks at Lory Park Animal and Owl Sanctuary in South Africa! A sanctuary to many previously injured and trapped animals, Lory Park is now home to cheetahs, jaguars, lions, owls, pythons, hedgehogs, servals, lemurs, and many more! During this study abroad program, you'll have the opp
See All 8 ProgramsCIS Abroad
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CIS Abroad Study and Intern Abroad programs are some of the most affordable, comprehensive program packages available. We also don't cut any corners by offering everything you would expect from an overseas program: tuition, housing, support, insurance, excursions, social and cultural activities, and
See All 2 ProgramsCenter for Global Education & Experience, Augsburg University
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This multi-country semester study abroad program (Costa Rica and Guatemala) is defined by an experiential methodology and a unique approach to community engagement. Students develop Spanish language skills through one-on-one courses. They are immersed in the lives of homestay families and urban and
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Embark on a transformative speech-language learning journey through Europe, where clinical exploration meets cultural discovery. Therapy Abroad’s European speech programs blend professional insight with immersive travel, offering participants the chance to visit clinics, universities, schools, commu
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Spend a semester living, studying, and conducting research with Round River in Botswana's Okavango Delta, home to some of the world's most abundant and diverse wildlife populations. Operating out of 4WD vehicles, the student research crews live in the bush and visit various field sites and communi
The School for Field Studies
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Tanzania is home to diverse wildlife, from charismatic lions and elephants to thunderous herds of wildebeest and zebras. Spend a semester exploring national parks and savannas, observing these wild creatures up close and learning about their ecology and behavior. Meet members of local Maasai, Iraqw,
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Spend six unforgettable weeks with iXperience, a global leader in immersive, future-focused learning. iX Summer combines expert-led courses with a hands-on internship, giving you the tools, experience, and network to thrive in today’s fast-moving world. What iX Summer offers: Career-Ready Skills -
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Fortify your Arabic language skills or begin your Arabic learning journey with the Amideast Education Abroad program in Rabat! Students have the option of taking a blended Modern Standard and Moroccan colloquial Arabic course and a diverse set of area studies courses. Participants can choose not to
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Are you ready to embark on your ranger adventure and complete your Apprentice Field Guide training in 55 days? This former Field Guide Level 1 course offers expert guidance from seasoned leaders and covers essential basics of Southern Africa’s flora and fauna. The program emphasizes hands-on trainin
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If you are looking for hands-on African vet experience and need to fulfill a portion of your Extra Mural Study (EMS) requirements, or if you’re looking for further experience with exotic animals, Vets Go Wild has the perfect animal care courses for you. These feature the opportunity to work with wild
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Phezulu is proud to offer this unique and special program for students seeking diverse, real-world, and practical experience working with small and large animals, as well as wildlife, in line with their studies in veterinary practice, animal husbandry, conservation, or game and livestock farming. We
Elective Africa
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Elective Africa's New Doctor and Resident internships are tailored for newly graduated doctors and students in their residency period. These medical placements give graduates a chance to polish up their clinical skills before commencing their residency. On the other hand, it provides residents with
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At TanzaQuest, we craft bespoke academic expeditions across Tanzania, offering unparalleled fieldwork, research collaborations, and cultural immersion for universities, researchers, and students. Unlike traditional tour operators, we bridge academia and exploration, ensuring every trip delivers rigo
The University of Minnesota
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Rapidly improve your French proficiency in less than four weeks in an advanced language course, conversations with a host family, and daily interactions with Senegalese in a University of Minnesota study program. Participate in a community action excursion and explore the vibrant, multicultural city
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Join us in the vibrant capital city of Rabat for a transformative 4-week language residency. Designed for students, travelers, and cultural enthusiasts, this program offers intensive morning language tracks in Moroccan Darija, MSA, or Tamazight, tailored to all proficiency levels. Afternoons are d
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Broaden your knowledge and global perspectives in one of the educational world’s up-and-coming study-abroad destinations—Morocco! The University of New England’s campus in Tangier offers arts, business, humanities, social science, and lab science courses. You don’t have to possess proficiency in Ara
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We pride ourselves on nurturing the next wave of nature enthusiasts and industry leaders – the MORE Field Guides. Armed with extensive environmental knowledge, a genuine love for guiding, and a commitment to educating others about our remarkable natural heritage, they inspire conservation action.
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Become qualified to teach yoga online and anywhere in the world with our 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course (YTTC)! Join us virtually, on Zoom, or in person at our studio in Somerset West, South Africa. The YTTC is suitable for people of all ages and at all stages of their yoga training. Our 202
Arcadia Abroad
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Deconstruct environmental and racial injustices felt today by examining the legacies of apartheid and colonization. Spend a semester in Namibia and South Africa, two countries with unique and multifaceted histories not often explored in depth in U.S. curricula. Each of these nations has struggled a
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The Marine Biology Internship is an intensive skills-development program designed for students and early-career ocean enthusiasts who want structured, professional training in marine fieldwork. Based at Sharklife’s established field station in Sodwana Bay, the internship combines full scuba-diver de
Temple University
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Experience so much with international study through Temple University. Enrich your education, develop life skills, and become poised for professional success. At the same time, engage with like-minded people from different cultures. Students from Temple University and other universities are eligibl
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The MMIAM is the only master’s degree in international arts management that offers a truly global experience. - Study in five arts capitals: Dallas, Montréal, Bogotá, Beijing, and Milan—in five of the best universities in their fields. - Learn through theoretical courses, case studies, fieldwork, l
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Earth Expeditions (EE) are Miami University study abroad courses designed for people looking for inspiring professional development opportunities while earning graduate credit. All courses engage with grassroots conservation and sustainability programs making a difference in Africa, Asia, Australia,
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Aliore is offering various Traditional Dance Workshops in multiple countries: Tango tour in Buenos Aires- Dance the tango in the company of professsional dancers and well-known teachers. (10 days) Percussion and dance workshops in Guinea- 1, 2 or 3 weeks with professional musicians and dancer
How to Study Abroad in Africa
Overview
Prepare to Study Abroad in Africa
Set goals
Before you start packing your bags for Africa, think about what kind of experience you want academically, personally, and culturally.
- Choose your subject focus. Africa is perfect for studying medicine, arts, agriculture, politics, or language. You just need to align it with your interests.
- Location matters. Pick your destination based on what excites you: vibrant cities, historic landmarks, rural communities, or all of the above.
- Decide your learning style. Want hands-on, field-based learning? Africa offers real-world application through service learning and local engagement.
- Think long-term. Are you looking for career-boosting internships, research opportunities, or cultural immersion? Set goals that support your future.
Understand the benefits
Studying abroad in Africa isn’t just bold—it’s a game-changer. You’ll get more than classroom lessons; you’ll walk away with life lessons.
- Unmatched affordability. With tuition between $1,000–$3,000 per year, studying abroad in Africa is budget-friendly and accessible.
- Explore social impact. From healthcare access to sustainability, Africa gives you the chance to engage with critical global issues.
- Stand out professionally. Africa isn’t a typical study abroad choice, which means your experience will impress employers and grad schools.
- Live history. From Egypt’s ancient wonders to South Africa’s complex past, you’ll study in places that shaped the world.
Locations
Choose a Location
Each country offers a different vibe, academic focus, and lifestyle. Wherever you land, you’re in for something big.
South Africa
South Africa is a top pick for students looking for world-class universities, a diverse culture, and jaw-dropping landscapes. From global politics to environmental science, programs here often include service learning, community work, and campus life that’s anything but boring.
Ghana
Ghana brings the best of West Africa—welcoming communities, deep-rooted history, and strong universities like the University of Ghana. It’s a go-to for students interested in social sciences, agriculture, and African arts, with a chill but rich cultural scene.
Kenya
Kenya is where education meets action. With tons of NGOs, conservation programs, and major universities, it’s a hotspot for students in public health, business, and environmental studies—all while being surrounded by national parks and tech innovation.
Subjects
Choose a Subject
Africa is a place to experience what you’re learning in real time. These standout subjects let you turn your passion into purpose while making a real impact.
History
Studying history in Africa means walking through it, literally. From ancient civilizations in Egypt to liberation movements in South Africa, the continent offers firsthand access to powerful stories that shaped the world. You'll learn beyond textbooks by exploring historic sites, museums, and living cultural traditions.
Political Science & Politics
Studying politics in Africa is like stepping inside the pages of global history and current affairs. With access to international courts, social movements, and fast-changing governments, you’ll explore real-world governance, diplomacy, and policy from the ground up.
Medicine
Africa is a game-changer for pre-med and public health students. You’ll explore everything from infectious diseases to healthcare access, all while shadowing professionals, visiting clinics, and learning how to care for diverse communities in real-world settings.
Getting Started
Tips & Advice
Here are some tips that will help you leap into studying abroad in Africa—organized, confident, and inspired.
1. Get matched
Use GoAbroad’s Online Advisor to connect with Africa-based study programs that match your academic goals and travel dreams.
2. Choose a program
Sign up for MyGoAbroad to compare program options, check reviews, and save your top picks in one easy spot.
3. Decide when to go
When you study abroad in Africa, timing can shape your entire experience. Each season brings its own rhythm, weather, and opportunities.
- Summer. Short, intense, and unforgettable. Perfect for adventure-packed programs with safaris, language immersion, and cultural festivals.
- Fall. A sweet spot for semester-long study. Cooler temps, fewer crowds, and the chance to really settle into local life.
- Winter. Great for January-term or winter break programs. Expect mild weather and a peaceful vibe in many regions.
- Spring. Ideal for blooming landscapes and longer programs. Dive into community projects, fieldwork, and fresh experiences.
4. Funding & scholarships
Fill out our scholarships and deals application to find funding for study abroad programs in Africa!
5. Apply
Once you find your dream program, click “Apply Now” on the listing to get your application started today.
6. Get your essentials
Double-check visa requirements, renew your passport, schedule vaccinations, book your flight, secure travel insurance, and confirm your accommodation details.
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