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Where academic excellence meets vibrant student life.
Find your place. Build your future.
Campus life at Stellenbosch University is dynamic and diverse. Maties Sport and a variety of recreational programmes keep students active and connected, while student societies, cultural groups and social impact initiatives offer countless opportunities to explore interests, form friendships and develop leadership skills.
Whether you live in a residence, private student accommodation, or commute from home, clusters, peer mentors and commuter communities make it easy to settle in and belong.
We place student wellbeing at the centre of the experience – from counselling and academic support to financial aid advice and dedicated services for international students, you’ll find holistic support every step of the way.
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Student stories
Discover stories of our pursuit of impactful solutions, building learning communities that leverage the latest technologies, and our exceptional students.
Media release
Fifth-generation Matie carries the Cillié name with pride
When Simoné Cillié walked across the stage to receive her degree in actuarial science cum laude earlier this year, her grandparents and family members beamed...
Impact
Justin de Villiers leads with empathy, not ego
Standing in front of a room full of students and asking them to vote for you is not everyone’s idea of fun. For Justin de Villiers, it was one of the most nerve...
Impact
Nelly Vilakazi is paying forward every act of kindness she received
Nelly Vilakazi arrived at Stellenbosch University (SU) in 2022 with a suitcase, a few items of clothing and a blanket. In her pocket was R1 500. Behind her lay...
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Attend our events for the opportunity to discover, grow, learn and engage with our community.
