Education Abroad & Exchange - Fort Hare

University of Fort Hare

At-A-Glance
Eligibility / Requirements	3.0 GPA + One African Studies
Open to Non-UMA?	No
Fall	March 1
Spring, Year	October 1
Classes Taught In	English
Abroad Advisor	Carol Lebold
Documents	N/A

Overview

The University of Fort Hare is one of the oldest and best-known universities in Africa. As one of the first historically black universities (HBU) established in 1916, the University's history in many ways mirrors that of society. It also has one of the most comprehensive collections of black South African art and includes the FS Malan Mueum, originally established as an ethnological study museum; the AJD Meiring Art Gallery, established as a gallery of contemporary African art and including a fine collection of traditional African art; and the De Beers Centenary Art Gallery, established in 1989, which is home to much South African black art.
The Center for Cultural Studies is the home for the archives of such organizations as the African National Congress, Unity Movement of South Africa, Azapo, Black Consciousness Movement, as well as the Pan African Congress. Many of the leaders of the liberation movements attended Fort Hare, including internationally know leaders such as Nelson Mandela, the late Oliver Tambo, and Chris Hani.
The University is situated on a modern campus on the historic site of Fort Hare on the Tyhume River, in the small town of Alice. Alice is located in the Ciskei, between King William's Town (60km) and Fort Beaufort (20km). It is 110km from East London , the closest city and airport.

Curriculum

Fort Hare offers a selection of courses in African studies, English, history, political science, philosophy, psychology, sociology, education, nursing, plant sciences, business, agriculture, and theology. It is important to remember that this university continues to struggle under the system of post-apartheid and is actively involved in the complex business of ensuring that its students receive the best of what higher education can provide, in spite of years of inequities. The enrollment is about 2000 students on campus.

Housing

Housing is provided on campus in one of the residential halls. Meals are served cafeteria-style.

Cost Estimate

	Year / Semester
In-State Fee	$6100 / $3050
Out-of-State Fee	$9600 / $6100
Room & Board	$5300 / $2650
Incidentals	$1000 / $500
Airfare	$1800