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College Info
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- private
Official website
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University Of Cape Town
The University of Cape Town is a public research university located in Cape Town, South Africa. It is one of the leading universities in Africa and is known for its strong focus on research and innovation. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including humanities, sciences, commerce, law, and health sciences. The University of Cape Town is also renowned for its beautiful campus, which is set in a stunning natural environment.
Last full enrichment: 7 Jun 2026
Live portal snapshot
US News & World Report #25 · 2026Times Higher Education #29 · 2026ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) #76 · 2026QS World University Rankings #164 · 2026CWUR #271 · 2026US News & World Report #25 · 2025
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
10/10
Diversity
9/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
100% placement rate
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Student Life
32,000 students (13,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Location: Cape Town, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 7
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 7
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: GPA avg=3.4, p25=3.4, p75=3.4 (n=1)
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school