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Stellenbosch attracts student from across the globe, as well as thousands of South Africans each year.

Students flock to the town not only for its reputation as a world-class centre for learning, but also because of the unique village setting and rich, cultural heritage.

Stellenbosch University is recognised as one of the four top research universities in South Africa and takes pride in the fact that it has one of the country’s highest proportions of postgraduate students, of which almost ten percent are international students.

Boland College is an award-winning and SABS approved leader in Further Education and Training in the Boland region.

The town boasts top schools that include nine secondary and fourteen primary schools.

Academic Institutions

Education is synonymous with Stellenbosch and the historic town boasts several top primary schools, high schools, private schools, colleges and the internationally-renowned Stellenbosch University. The founding of the first institution for higher edu...

Student services

Each year, Stellenbosch attracts students from South Africa and from around the globe. The University endeavours to support its 'Matie' students with every aspect of their lives, both educational and personal. Student & Academic Support: The Cent...

Student Accommodation

A major part of Stellenbosch University is its 24 residences. Most of them are on the Stellenbosch campus; two are on the Tygerberg Campus to house students studying Medicine and Dentistry. One-third of students live in residences, while others live...

Study visas

All non-South African students, including students who will only be doing research and not attending classes, require Study Permits or an endorsed visitor's visa. Application should be lodged in your country of origin and you are advised to await the...

Volunteerism

Stellenbosch residents, businesses, and university students and lecturers are particularly community-minded and aware of their social obligations. Volunteer programmes range from the Environment, Wildlife, Child Welfare, the Aged and Medical, to Comm...

Why Stellenbosch

The name Stellenbosch and education go hand-in-hand. Stellenbosch University is recognised as one of the four top research universities in South Africa and takes pride in the fact that it has one of the country’s highest proportions of postgraduate s...