CIEE Semester in Gaborone, Botswana

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Locations: Gaborone, Botswana
Program Terms: Fall, Spring
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Program Sponsor: CIEE
Restrictions: Hope College applicants only

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Fall	2025	03/15/2025 **	Rolling Admission	07/22/2025	11/28/2025
Spring	2026	10/15/2025 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Minimum GPA:	2.5	Language of Instruction:	English
Housing Options:	Homestay, Residence Hall	Areas of Study:	Accounting, Archaeology, Biology, Business Information Systems, Chemistry, Child Development, Computer Science, Creative Writing, Criminology, Dietetics and Nutrition, Ecology, Economics, Education, Engineering, English, Entreprenuership, Environmental Studies, Finance, Gender Studies, Geology, Government, Health Science, History, Hospitality Management, Human Resources Management, Independent Study, Information Design, International Business, International Relations, Internships, Journalism, Linugistics, Literature, Management, Marketing, Media Studies, Physics, Political Science, Pre-Health, Pre-Law, Psychology, Public Health, Public Relations, Religion/Theology, Social Policy and Administration, Sociology, Sports Science
Class Standing:	1. Freshman, 2. Sophomore, 3. Junior, 4. Senior	Program Type:	Study

Program Description:

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Program Overview

Spend a semester living and learning in Gaborone, Botswana, one of Africa's fastest-growing cities. Botswana is known as one of the safest and longest multi-party democracies in Africa, renowned as an exclusive safari destination and as a leader in conservation. The country is home to the "Big Five" animals (lions, leopards, elephants, black rhinos, and buffalo), making its natural landscape a fascinating backdrop for your study abroad adventure.

Designed for students from all academic backgrounds, this exciting study abroad program is the right fit for students who want to immerse themselves in Botswana’s stunning landscapes while learning about African culture and participating actively in Gaborone’s local community. When class is in session, you’ll flexibly build your workload according to your preferences while selecting courses across a wide range of topics in health, politics, science, media, history, psychology, literature, communication, economics, and more.

Outside the classroom, your coursework will be complemented with engaging activities organized by CIEE to enhance classroom learning and provide you with intercultural understanding. Bonus: Diversify your study abroad adventure with an optional internship to boost your resume with real-world, hands-on work experience or spend your free time volunteering in local groups and organizations to help make a meaningful impact on the people of Gaborone.

Unique Experiences

Take classes across all departments

at the University of Botswana (UB) with local and international students

Attend a dance workshop

to learn the significance of dance in Botswana culture

Enjoy a morning hike at Tlokweng Hill

and witness a breathtaking African sunrise

Excursions & Activities

Take part in CIEE-organized excursions to learn more about Botswana and Setswana culture. Excursions and activities may include:

Spending time with a local family and enjoying a braii (barbecue)
Learning how communities play a critical role in preserving the environment by visiting Khama Rhino Sanctuary, a community-based conservation initiative
Practicing Setswana with a native local speaker
Making local friends by joining a student club at the host university
Learning about Botswana culture by visiting a cultural village and partake in cultural activities
Discovering Botswana's biodiversity with excursions to nature reserves or animal sanctuaries

What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Three-day orientation – an introduction to Spanish culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext travel insurance included

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