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Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch

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South Africa
Founded in 1866, Stellenbosch University is an acclaimed higher education institution renowned for its commitment to research excellence. Through its reputation for fierce independence and outstanding scholarship, Stellenbosch University transcends traditional boundaries – offering high-quality education to create a well-rounded experience that goes beyond the traditional educational offerings of other regional universities. The university focuses on fostering innovation across a range of disciplines, covering everything from the humanities and sciences to business, engineering, and medicine.

Overall Score: 

53.81

We grade on a curve: 

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

Stellenbosch University for international students

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

2988

Total Years to Degree

1

Total Tuition Cost ($)

2988

Location

Stellenbosch, located in the Western Cape of South Africa, is a charming city with a population of just over 140,000. It is easily reachable by car or bus, but there is no major airport in the city. Not to be missed, the Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden is a spectacular and serene spot to visit, boasting over 7,000 plants from around the world.

Overall Scores

Academics

65.48

Happiness

35.9

Costs

60.03

Overall Grade

53.81

1. Academics

Rank:

275

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

25.9

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better). 

Number of English Taught Programs:

121

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take. 

Total Academic Score:

65.48

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

10.2

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

8

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

65.38

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad? 

Total Happiness Score:

35.9

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

55.8

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living. 

Rent Index Percentile:

39.9

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

2988

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

60.03

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

53.81

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

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