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CIEE Summer Community Development And Social Justice: Theory + Practice in Cape Town, South Africa (Outgoing Program) Print  Save 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Class Standing: Sophomore Program Type: study abroad
Program: Affiliate GPA Requirement: 2.5
Housing: Student Apartment Fields of Study: African Culture Studies, Multiculture Studies
Language of Instruction: English
Program Description:

Cape Town Summer Community Development and Social Justice: Theory + Practice

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

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Program Overview

Looking to spend your summer supporting and engaging with local communities? Bring your service-oriented work ethic to South Africa, where you can put learning into action to make a meaningful impact in Cape Town!

Kicking off your summer in Cape Town, you'll start with theoretical work before diving into hands-on projects, giving you firsthand experience of post-Apartheid life in various Cape Town communities. This transformative study abroad opportunity will show you the real-world economic, political, and social challenges the people in this evolving, international city regularly face.  

Outside of the classroom, you’ll have plenty of free time to explore the magnificent mountains, stunning beaches, and vibrant nightlife of this South African gem to fully immerse yourself in all that the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town has to offer.

Unique Experiences

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

with a series of small-scale projects and a two-week endeavor to boost Cape Flats community schools, orphanages, or NGOs

BEGIN TO LEARN

about power, privilege, and the complexities of development aid in South Africa

CONNECT LOCALLY

Enjoy a braai (barbeque) with locals in the township community of Langa, and sample Cape Malay cuisine in the Bo-Kaap

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Excursions & Activities

  • Explore iconic areas like Cape Peninsula and the Cape Flats.
  • Catch a rugby or soccer match, theater, music, or dance productions.
  • Visit one of the New Seven Wonders of the Natural World, Table Mountain.
  • Enjoy your creative side while you cook up a feast at a Food Jam.

Professional Development

  • Gain new perspectives on social challenges here as you serve a community in deep poverty with iKhaya le Langa (House of the Sun), or do similar work at another NGO, school, or orphanage.

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to Seville culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

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GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel insurance included

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2026 03/25/2026 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.