Your Arts + Sciences program in Cape Town lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in South African culture. Live and learn in Cape Town!
and build meaningful friendships through cultural exchanges, collaborative cooking sessions, and late-night conversations
as you assist with urban garden projects or participate in community-led programs that address social challenges
with Table Mountain as your backdrop, pristine beaches just minutes away, and weekend adventures like hiking or wine tasting
Cape Town is South Africa's stunning coastal city, celebrated for its natural beauty, vibrant arts scene, and cutting-edge advancements in science and sustainability. The city seamlessly blends African culture with modern innovation, offering world-class museums, historic landmarks like Robben Island, and breathtaking natural scenery. Whether you are studying the arts or sciences, Cape Town provides top-tier academics and a thriving creative industry. With its scenic coastline, diverse cuisine, outdoor adventures, and vibrant urban life, Cape Town is the perfect place to study abroad.
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. Each apartment includes a fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi access, and all necessary cookware, cutlery, crockery, and bed linens. Students are required to bring their own towels.
View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.
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:
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.
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.
University of Cape Town (UCT): Established as South African College in 1829, UCT is internationally recognized as the top-ranked African research university. In 2022, UCT ranked 160th in the world (QS rankings). The UCT campus has beautiful grounds and attractive facilities which include a range of commercial, medical, recreational, and sporting facilities.
Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.
View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.
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.
Our highly experienced staff have extensive knowledge of all CIEE programs and services. If you are a student with questions about completing your application, or you want to sign up to receive program updates and news, our staff are happy to help.
| Term | Year | Registration Deadline | Decision Date | Start Date | End Date |
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| Spring | 2027 | 12/01/2026 ** | Rolling Admission | 01/27/2027 | 06/15/2027 |
| Fall | 2027 | 05/01/2027 ** | Rolling Admission | TBA | TBA |
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** Indicates rolling admission registration process. Registrants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's registration deadline. |
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