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 | 490 reviews | |
2. Durban | 62 reviews | |
3. Stellenbosch | 58 reviews | |
4. Traveling in South Africa | 42 reviews | |
5. Kruger National Park | 40 reviews |
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Study Abroad in South Africa - Featured Programs
Our ship is the most unique floating campus in the world. The seven deck, 590-foot ship is where you learn, live, travel and reflect on your globa...
Financial Aid is available for eligible students. IPSL accepts Americorps Segal Education awards, too.
Cape Town is a b...
Start any Monday and study from two weeks to a whole year. See the world, experience a new culture, make friends from 100 countries – and prepare for your global future. University Credit is available available for all Intensive Courses at EF.
Study Abroad in South Africa - All Programs
This special delegation entitled, "Technology for a Young Democracy," will travel to Cape Town and Makhanda, South Africa. Offered in collaboration with Inkululeko, a non-...
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...
Explore issues of multiculturalism, ethnicity, and identity in the context of South Africa, from historical and contemporary perspectives.This program focuses on South Afr...
Explore the socioeconomic, political, and cultural dynamics of South Africa—an extraordinarily diverse country in transition—and enjoy unparalleled engagement with renowne...
Learn how communities around the world understand and strive for health and well-being.This program will strengthen your ability to understand, interpret, and compare the ...
Take your arts and sciences studies a step further with study abroad in South Africa. Cape Town is all about exploring the wonders of nature while learning about contempor...
Examine community-based health concerns from a South African perspective, exploring the roles of the South African state, the media, and nongovernmental organizations (NGO...
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Spend a semester, academic year, summer or January term studying abroad in Stellenbosch, South Africa with AIFS! Earn up to 15 credits depending on program selection from ...
Learn how communities around the world understand and strive for health and well-being.This program will strengthen your ability to understand, interpret, and compare the ...
Marquette University South Africa Service Learning Program is based in cosmopolitan Cape Town, at the southern tip of the African continent. The people of South Africa cal...
Thinking about summer internships? Spend a summer abroad in Cape Town where you’ll have access to a variety of resources that will help you feel professional and independe...
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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...