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Locations: Cape Town, South Africa
Program Terms: Winter Break
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Winter Break	2026-2027	10/01/2026 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Area of Study:	ANTH-Anthropology, BKST-Black Studies, ENGL-English, HIST-History, PHIL-Philosophy	Program Features:	Cosponsored, Study Abroad
Class Status:	Graduate Student, Junior, Senior, Sophomore, Student At Large	Language of Instruction:	English
Program Provider:	CIEE	Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA:	2.5
Program Advisor:	Jill Vodden

Program Description:

January in Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa

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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!

Unique Experiences

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

and enjoy 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

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Your Destination

Cape Town is South Africa's stunning coastal city, celebrated for its hot 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.

Housing

CIEE Cape Town offers comfortable, fully furnished shared accommodation conveniently located within easy reach of CIEE Cape Town, public transportation, shops, and other essential amenities.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture and commitment to engineering, technology, and science.

Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Cape Town will open doors for you to explore South Africa's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

Take in breathtaking views of Cape Town from the top of Table Mountain, one of the world's most iconic natural wonders
Discover Langa and other Cape Town townships while mastering a traditional local recipe
Learn to surf in Muizenberg, one of the best spots in the world

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

cape town student group posing in street

Academics

CIEE Cape Town: Study in the vibrant student-friendly suburb of Rondebosch near central Cape Town. CIEE Cape Town boasts two main classrooms, a small meeting room, a student lounge, a student life office, and an academic advising office.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

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What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext Travel Protection included

Questions?

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