Summer in South Africa

Program Information

World-class academics, safaris, and adventure abound. Live in South Africa’s oldest college town, take amazing South Africa–focused courses, and experience all that Stellenbosch, Cape Town, and the rest of the country have to offer.

The summer in South Africa program offers you an amazing college experience in an exotic destination, studying at Stellenbosch University. Ideally situated in the heart of the Cape Winelands, the University is at the core of Stellenbosch, the country’s oldest college town. The program includes hands-on courses, guest lecturers, and opportunities to learn both inside and outside the classroom.

Community development projects – In the classroom, you will develop an understanding of the issues affecting community life in South Africa. You then have the opportunity to participate in a service- learning project in your new community.

South Africa-focused academics – Summer in South Africa provides you the unique opportunity to study the history of South Africa, as well as issues faced today.

Cape Town and the wine country – When you arrive in South Africa, we’ll give you a detailed 3-day orientation, during which we’ll take you on a tour of Cape Town and the Stellenbosch wine country.

Highlights and Excursions

  • 6-day, 5-night Garden Route Safari Tour
  • Excursions to Cape Town and Stellenbosch Winelands
  • Extensive adventure opportunities
  • Classes at a world-renowned university
  • Community development and service-learning projects
  • A college town on the outskirts of a cosmopolitan city
  • An innovative, South Africa–focused curriculum
  • Extensive sports facilities on-campus

Housing

  • Off-campus apartments, furnished, w/ single room and shared kitchen and living areas

Curriculum

Courses include biodiversity, community development, health, history, and political science.

Campus Setting

Suburban

Average Course Load

2-3 courses (4-6 US credits)

GPA Requirement

2.5/4.0

Language of Instruction

English

Program Dates

Summer 2012

Orientation

General Summer- June 11

Service Learning- June 11

Classes End

General Summer- July 13

Service Learning- July 20

Program Fee

General Summer $6,790*

Service Learning $7,190*

*Cost may change at any time due to the current exchange rate.

Included

  • 6-day, 5-night Garden Route Safari Tour
  • Excursions to Cape Town and Stellenbosch Winelands
  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Pre-departure and onsite orientation
  • Airport pick-up
  • Medical & accident insurance

How to Apply

  • Fill out the IEP Application and review information on the Apply page.
  • Pay a $200 deposit to International Education Programs.
  • Send an official transcript from your home institution to the address below.

 

Send the above materials to:

International Education Programs
Jacksonville University
2800 University Blvd North
Gooding 105
Jacksonville, Florida 32211