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Universiteit Stellenbosch

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Overview

Established in 1918, the Universiteit Stellenbosch (University of Stellenbosch) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Stellenbosch (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Western Cape. This institution also has branch campuses in Tygerberg, Bellville and Saldanha. Officially recognized by the Department of Higher Education and Training of South Africa, Universiteit Stellenbosch (SU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational South African higher education institution. Universiteit Stellenbosch (SU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 105-year-old South African higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Universiteit Stellenbosch's Control Typepublic

Entity

Universiteit Stellenbosch's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universiteit Stellenbosch' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Universiteit Stellenbosch's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) University of Stellenbosch
Acronym SU
Founded 1918 Origins date back to 1866
Motto Pectora roborant cultus recti
Sound learning strengthens the spirit
Mascot Pokkel
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University Location

Address Private Bag X1, Matieland
Stellenbosch
7602 Western Cape
South Africa
Universiteit Stellenbosch's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universiteit Stellenbosch Phone Number +27 (21) 808 9111
Universiteit Stellenbosch Fax Number +27 (21) 808 3800
Other locations Tygerberg, Bellville and Saldanha

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Universiteit Stellenbosch's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Universiteit Stellenbosch's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Universiteit Stellenbosch's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Universiteit Stellenbosch.

Universiteit Stellenbosch: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Universiteit Stellenbosch's admission information.

Universiteit Stellenbosch's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Universiteit Stellenbosch's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Universiteit Stellenbosch a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universiteit Stellenbosch's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Universiteit Stellenbosch's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Universiteit Stellenbosch's Admission Office Admission Office

International Office, Private Bax x1
Stellenbosch 7602
(21) 808 2566


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Universiteit Stellenbosch.

Universiteit Stellenbosch's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universiteit Stellenbosch has an enrollment range of 25,000-29,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Universiteit Stellenbosch's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 2,000-2,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Universiteit Stellenbosch's Control Type Control Type

Universiteit Stellenbosch is a public higher education institution.


Universiteit Stellenbosch's Entity Type Entity Type

Universiteit Stellenbosch is a non-profit higher education institution.


Universiteit Stellenbosch's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Universiteit Stellenbosch's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Universiteit Stellenbosch does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Universiteit Stellenbosch's main facilities:


Universiteit Stellenbosch's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Universiteit Stellenbosch's Library


Universiteit Stellenbosch's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Universiteit Stellenbosch's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Universiteit Stellenbosch's main services:


Universiteit Stellenbosch's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Universiteit Stellenbosch's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Universiteit Stellenbosch's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Universiteit Stellenbosch's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Universiteit Stellenbosch's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Universiteit Stellenbosch's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universiteit Stellenbosch is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Higher Education and Training of South Africa


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universiteit Stellenbosch's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD-EQUIS)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universiteit Stellenbosch's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • Universities South Africa (USA)
  • Cape Higher Education Consortium (CHEC)
  • National Association of Distance Education and Open Learning in South Africa (NADEOSA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Universiteit Stellenbosch 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Universiteit Stellenbosch's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Universiteit Stellenbosch's Facebook page Universiteit Stellenbosch's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Universiteit Stellenbosch's X (formerly Twitter) page Universiteit Stellenbosch's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Universiteit Stellenbosch's YouTube channel Universiteit Stellenbosch's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Universiteit Stellenbosch's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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