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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Housing Options: Student Residence Hall Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Type: Affiliated Program Area of Study: Biology, Business, Communications, Economics, Education, Engineering, English Literature, Environmental Science, Film, Geography, Geology, Health Sciences, History, International Business, Law, Marketing, Philosophy, Political Science, Sociology, Studio Art
Program Sponsorship Indicator: AIFS
Program Description:
 

South Africa - Stellenbosch

Spend a summer in the student-friendly city of Stellenbosch, South Africa, with AIFS Abroad! Study a variety of academic program options at Stellenbosch University, located in the Cape Winelands. The university has a student population of over 28,000 and boasts state-of-the-art sports facilities, including an indoor pool, cycling studios and aerobic halls.

 Semester/Term Eligibility Requirements Rec. Semester Credits
Summer Open to High School Graduate, First Year, Sophomore, Junior, Senior

Minimum of 2.5 GPA
Up to 8


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Where You'll Study

Since its founding in 1918, Stellenbosch University (SU) has evolved into a multilingual melting- pot of cultures. Today, close to 28,000 students representing more than 110 nationalities attend the university. The university is among South Africa’s leading institutions based on research output, student success and rated scientists, and is recognized internationally as an academic institution of excellence. Its campus includes state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly facilities and technology.

What Makes AIFS Abroad different?

Academic Excellence

AIFS Abroad is committed to a Learn-Connect-Grow academic framework that brings together our best practices accumulated during 60+ years of educating 1.6 million students. By focusing on the whole student and acknowledging the intersection of their identities, current academic needs, future goals, and the global landscape, we support students so they can thrive in our programs and beyond.

Career Readiness

Professional development is at the foundation of our preparation for participants' time abroad. We utilize the CliftonStrengths assessment as a tool to help all participants understand themselves better, provide a vocabulary around their natural talents, and deepen the impact of their experience abroad.

Cultural Engagement

As an organization we are committed to ensuring all identities are able to thrive in an inclusive global educational environment. Everyone has a complex identity, and the different aspects of your identity are important when deciding on a program and location. Review our Cultural Resources page to assist you when selecting a program that best fits your interests and needs.
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Sustainability

We are the first education abroad provider to sign on with the
Climate Action Network for International Educators (CANIE).
Focused on making education abroad carbon neutral, we include
carbon offsets for all participants' return flights, environmental
education connecting students on the ground to environmental
projects, and make our own business practices more
sustainable.

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Tuition
  • Pre-departure advising
  • Housing
  • Onsite Resident Director
  • Cultural & Social
    Activities
  • Excursions & day trips
  • 24/7 Emergency
    Support
  • Comprehensive
    insurance
  • Carbon offsets
  • and more

EXCURSIONS COULD INCLUDE

  • West Coast
  • Garden Route (Add on)
  • and more.

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • Group travel package
  • Airport transfer
  • Additional excursions

SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS

AIFS funding, combined with other sources of financial support students can access, will help make international education goals attainable. Find out more about what we have to offer.

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Through SIUE's partnership with AIFS, all SIUE students who participate in AIFS programs receive:
  • A $400 Affiliate grant toward any semester program
  • A $200 Affiliate grant toward any summer program
This grant is applied to the student's account at AIFS.

Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2027 03/01/2027 ** Rolling Admission 06/18/2027 07/16/2027
Summer Session I 2027 04/15/2027 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Applicants will learn of acceptance shortly after this date. If accepted, students must return to their applications to complete the next phase of requirements.