CIEE: Cape Town - Service Learning
- Hosted at: University of Cape Town
- Location(s): Cape Town, South Africa
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
CIEE
Learn by doing! CIEE’s Service-Learning program lets you be of service while exploring the complexities and challenges facing Cape Town and the entire South African region – like hunger, government corruption, and violence. Work with local communi... read more
All Reviews
I not only learned a lot about South Africa, but through living in a different culture and with new people, I learned a lot more about myself and my own values. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned so much about the reality of poverty and inequality in Cape Town, but also generally in the world. I saw and experienced and learned so much! There were many difficulties and challenges with disorganization and difficult program staff to work with, however it was certainly still worth while. However I think that unfort... A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
There were an incredible amount of frustrating logistical problems and very shaky academics, but the service-opportunities and the beautiful city made those things tolerable. My opinions of my trip abroad might be very different had I not met a South African girl there, one who came back to the States with me for her break ... Reece M - Clark University - Worcester View Entire Review
I gained a lot of cultural experience. YES! A student - Clark University - Worcester View Entire Review
How to live more independently. It was worthwhile in that regard. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
It really changed my entire outlook on life Olivia A - The College of William and Mary View Entire Review
I met so many fantastic people, and learned so much about the South African culture and myself. A student - The College of William and Mary View Entire Review
I gained so much academic knowledge and grew personally from the experience. It was 100% worthwhile. I made really close friends and learned a lot about myself Bea B - University of Tulsa View Entire Review
I became much more independent and focused my interests. It was beyond worthwhile. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
how to interact and work with other cultures A student - Clark University - Worcester View Entire Review
I could go on and on and on. It was worthwhile. It was the best 5 months of my life by far, I wish I could do it all over again! A student - Clark University - Worcester View Entire Review
I cannot always control my situation, but I can make a difference. Every culture has its ups and downs, and every country is unique. I learned to appreciate this, but also understand that improvements can always be made. History is in the making. I would absolutely go back to South Africa in a heartbeat. chelstiller - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
Absolutely. I learned independence, how to break out from my comfort zone, the benefits of service work, and I met a ton of new friends, both American and African. Grace S - Providence College View Entire Review
Yes, I learned a great deal about myself and where I was. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
About
Study abroad in Cape Town and you'll:
- Enroll in a fully integrated, holistic service program that combines coursework and service to the community with integrated activities designed to support the academic service-learning goals, both in and out of the classroom
- Design and implement a capstone project based on community needs and personal interest
- Meet with and discuss current South African economic, social, and political challenges with experts in the field
- Discover the rich history and culture of the South African people through visits to landmarks and sites of importance
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
Instruction Language(s):
- English
- Afrikaans
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- African Studies
- African Languages, Literature
Minimum GPA:
3.0Website
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CIEE Scholarships
Qualifying programs: all summer, semester or year-long CIEE programs
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Current attendee at an MSI
$2,000 for semester, $1,000 for internship, $500 for summer
Open to all CIEE alum and participants from high school and college study abroad, teach abroad, and tefl certifcations.
$200
Travel costs to and from study abroad or internship program. Pell-eligible; first-come, first-served.
$1,000
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Sustainability and the Environment, or Tropical Ecology and Conservation summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Qualifying programs: CIEE summer, semester, or year-long programs that offer research opportunities. Please check the home page of your program of interest to see what awards are offered for that program.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Deduction off of non‑consecutive in‑person terms for CIEE alumni or sibling of alumni.
10% discount
Qualifying programs: CIEE summer, semester, or year-long programs in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Please check the home page of your program of interest to see what awards are offered for that program.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Community and Public Health summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Enroll in more than one four-week summer session
20%
Federal Pell Grant-eligible students can receive a GAIN Travel Grant up to $1,000 when they complete their CIEE Scholarships and Grants application by our published deadlines. Gilman Scholarship applicants can receive a CIEE Go Global Grant AND a GAIN Travel Grant totally up to $4,000!
Up to $1,000 per student
CIEE offers substantial grants for students who choose our innovative Open Campus Block program. Available at 13 CIEE Global Institutes around the globe, Open Campus invites students across majors to study in up to three international locations in one semester.
Up to $3,000 per student
To increase access to study abroad by more students from Minority Serving Institutions (MSI), CIEE will cover 100% of program fees and travel costs for 10 students from 10 different MSIs to participate in an intensive 4-week, 3-credit summer study abroad program. To become a Frederick Douglass Global Fellow, students must be nominated and receive letters of recommendation.
100% of program fee and travel costs
Students who enroll in more than one four-week session receive a 20% discount off each additional session.
20% discount
Qualified applicants not chosen for a full fellowship are guaranteed a $1,500 program grant and possible university match, $3,000***
$1,500 per student
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