Study Abroad in South Africa
South Africa is the most ethnically and culturally diverse country in Africa. Approximately 5,300 American students will study abroad in South Africa making it one of the most popular destinations to study abroad. Eleven different official languages are recognized, and It has the largest European, Asian and racially mixed communities in Africa, more reasons to study abroad in South Africa.
Below you will find our list of Study Abroad programs in South Africa It is an index to international education in South Africa listing university level study abroad, internships, volunteer and intensive language school programs oriented to American college and university students. Some pre-college and post-graduate options are also included. We invite you to read the student reviews, see the ratings scores and use this site to compare programs and understand what other students have encountered during their education abroad.
Top Cities to Study Abroad
| 1. Cape Town | 401 reviews | |
| 2. Stellenbosch | 43 reviews | |
| 3. Kruger National Park | 38 reviews | |
| 4. Durban | 37 reviews | |
| 5. Port Elizabeth | 36 reviews |
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Study Abroad in South Africa - Featured Programs
"Semester At Sea Is A Unique, Challenging, World Altering, Time Of Your Life." - Aubree L.
AFDA is one of the leading film schools in the world. With state-of-the-art campuses, AFDA teaches students to conceptualize, creat...
Explore the socioeconomic, political, and cultural dynamics of South Africa—an extraordinarily diverse country in transition—and enjoy unparallele...
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Semester at Sea is the only study abroad program of its kind in the world. Using a ship as our floating campus, Semester at Sea's around-the-world and regional itineraries...
In Cape Town, every day will be like a choose-your-own-adventure book, with outdoor activities to enjoy, South African residents to meet, and African cultures to learn.Whi...
Be an active participant in the hope-triumphs-over-oppression culture of Cape Town during CIEE’s Arts and Sciences program. You’ll get involved with the local community in...
Surrounded by mountains and the sea near the southern tip of Africa, Cape Town is one of the world’s most beautiful cities. It is also an ideal location to experience the ...
Explore issues of multiculturalism, ethnicity, and identity in the context of South Africa, from historical and contemporary perspectives.This program focuses on South Afr...
The iXperience program is an 8-week summer experience in the world's most beautiful city. The first 4 weeks are spent learning all the skills needed to make a success in y...
Take advantage of your time at such a truly comprehensive institution with outstanding faculty in every school within the university. Particular academic strengths include...
Explore how geography, politics, economics, and culture shape social relations and the built environment -- and with what consequences -- in cities across the globe.This p...
The African Ecology and Conservation program is not only a rigorous academic program but most certainly also a life-changing experience. Mentoring by resident and visiting...
Semester 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 ...
Entrepreneurship and Empowerment in South Africa (EESA) is a life-changing experience, where students help historically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in the townships around...
Examine community-based health concerns from a South African perspective, exploring the roles of the South African state, the media, and nongovernmental organizations (NGO...
South Africa: Abroad101 Study Abroad Rankings Winner
