51ÂÜÀò in South Africa
Program at a Glance
Program Credits
12-18 creditsLocation
Cape Town, South AfricaSemesters Offered
Fall, SpringDeadline
March 14, 2025Deadline for the Fall 2025 program
Minimum GPA
2.5Required at the time of completing application
Application
We will be opening applications for the Fall 2025 semester on January 27. Please fill out the to be notified about program updates for Fall 2025 and beyond.
How to Apply
Students who apply to attend 51ÂÜÀò in South Africa must complete a 51ÂÜÀò application for review by Study Abroad. In addition to the 51ÂÜÀò Study Abroad application, students must also complete an application with the program provider, .
Note: Students must be accepted by both 51ÂÜÀò Study Abroad and the program provider in order to participate in the program.
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51ÂÜÀò in South Africa, hosted by Veritas Christian Study Abroad, provides students the opportunity to study and grow spiritually among other international students at the #1 ranked university in Africa, the University of Cape Town.
Program Overview
51ÂÜÀò in South Africa is a program that aims to give students an opportunity to explore one of the country's oldest and most beautiful cities. Throughout this exploration, students will be able to see God's handiwork in the backdrop of flat-topped Table Mountain juxtaposed by the sweep of the Atlantic Ocean in the foreground, or in the cable-car ride up Table Mountain to enjoy the breathtaking view of the city and peninsula.
51ÂÜÀò in South Africa additionally has students taking courses at the University of Cape Town, which is known as the "Harvard of Africa." The University of Cape Town is South Africa's oldest university and one of the continent's leading teaching and research institutions. While students gain knowledge from the university’s excellent academics, they also have the opportunity to learn in a secular educational world, allowing them to discover new and expanding ways to integrate faith and learning while developing cross-cultural friendships. Additionally, this cross-cultural program enables students to communicate and understand the challenges of a developing nation and teaches them to respond with an informed, Christ-centered worldview. Participating students are required to register for the 1 credit Ministry Practicum course through this Veritas Program. The Ministry Practicum course will transfer back to 51ÂÜÀò as 1 general elective credit.
Along with receiving credits transferable to 51ÂÜÀò — students will live, learn and experience the beautiful city of Cape Town together. Students will be able to take a ferry to the historic Robben Island, visit the Cape of Good Hope, and go sea kayaking or whale watching in their free time. Students who apply to attend the 51ÂÜÀò in South Africa complete a 51ÂÜÀò application for review by Study Abroad. In addition to the 51ÂÜÀò Study Abroad application, students must also complete an application with the program provider, . Students must be accepted by 51ÂÜÀò Study Abroad and the program provider to participate in the program.
2024–25 Program Cost (Before Financial Aid)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| 2024–2025 51ÂÜÀò Semester Tuition | $24,492 |
| Program Fees (e.g. Room and Board, Educational Excursions) | $3,530 |
| Non-Refundable 51ÂÜÀò Administrative Fee | $500 |
| International Health Insurance (Estimate) | $248 |
| Premium Program Fee | $2,000 |
| Estimated Program Cost | $30,770 |
Airfare, meals, insurance, local transportation and textbooks are not included in the program cost. Student housing is in a shared apartment for the semester. Students accepted to participate in the program during the 2024-25 year will be billed the Program Cost as seen above. This cost is before financial aid. For a study abroad financial aid review, please contact The Office of Financial Aid.
Program Dates
Fall 2024: July 7–November 21, 2024
Spring 2025: January 31–June 21, 2025
Course Equivalencies
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