Approved Programs in South Africa
University of Cape Town (affiliated with Princeton)
Location: Cape Town
Dates: Mid-July to late November for fall (second semester); early February to early June for spring (first semester). Students are required to take end of term examinations on UCT's schedule. Examination schedules are firm.
Language of instruction: English
Courses: Full range of university courses in engineering, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences
Housing: Apartments and student houses
Application deadline(s): October 7 for spring; April 1 for fall (Princeton deadlines). To apply, complete the Online Application Form and Recommendation Form (.doc). Both documents must be submitted to the Office of International Programs by the deadline. In Section B of the application, you will list your course selections. Please review the guidelines for selecting courses at UCT (.pdf) before making your selections.
Information Sheet: University of Cape Town (.pdf)
Other information: evaluations on file. On-site independent work advisers and opportunities to participate in community service projects can be arranged. Princeton has a liaison on-site for nonacademic concerns. Woodrow Wilson School offers a policy seminar at UCT in the spring.
