Established as South African College in 1829, UCT is internationally recognized as the top-ranked African research university. The UCT campus has beautiful grounds and attractive facilities which include a range of commercial, medical, recreational, and sporting facilities.
Reed students can gain a comprehensive understanding of social relations in South Africa while taking regular courses at the University of Cape Town (UCT) through a program presented in collaboration with the Council on International Education Exchange (CIEE). Students live, interact, and study with African students in a society in transition. Opportunities offered include homestays, volunteering, and immersion in local society.