University of Cape Town

The Program

The University of Cape Town, opened in 1829, and is South Africa’s oldest university. It is one of Africa’s leading teaching and research institutions. Located in the breathtaking port city of Cape Town, the slopes of Table Mountain, the University runs an exciting, varied and successful semester study abroad program.  The Faculties of Commerce, Engineering & the Built Environment, Humanities, Law and Science all offer courses to study abroad students.

Financial Aid

All outside financial aid that a student is currently utilizing may be applied toward the cost of the semester study program.  Ouachita allows a student to use 50% of Ouachita issued scholarships (with the exception of work-study aid).

Cost: Univ of Cape Town 2012

Requirements

• Second semester freshman at the time of selection

• 2.5 GPA

• Good standing with the university

• Written approval from the Dean of the School of student’s major

Application

The application deadline for study during a fall semester is March 1.  For study during a spring semester, the deadline is October 1.

For more information about Cape Town University please visit http://www.uct.ac.za/

• Directions for Applicants PDF file

• Application Form PDF file

(Be sure to print a copy of your completed application form for the International Education Office, Lile 104, before you send it!)