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INSTITUTIONAL DOSSIER·ID #18287

University of Cape Town

开普敦大学

Cape Town, South Africa
Official Portal
SectorPublic research university
Founded1829
Enrollment28,000
Student : Staff6:1

UNIVERSITY RANKINGS

Rankings Overview

Latest recorded results. Editions and methodologies differ by ranking.

QS2027

#184

Score 57.2

Down 34 places vs 2026

THE2027

#147

Score 62.4

Up 17 places vs 2026

ARWU2026

201-300

Score not published

Rank bands; change not quantified

U.S. News2027

#122

Score 66.6

Up 2 places vs 2026

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DECADE PERFORMANCE INDEX · 2018–2027

10-Year Historical Ranking Trajectory

Focused 10-year window across major ranking systems. Click any publisher card below to isolate its curve.

Showing 10 annual editions (2018–2027). Higher curve points indicate stronger global standing (#1 at top).

Only exact positions are plotted where available; for band-ranked editions (e.g., 791–800), the upper band threshold is plotted to preserve multi-year continuity. Published rank bands are preserved in the ranking overview above.

INSTITUTIONAL METRICS

Quick Facts & Campus Profile

Campus & Intake Telemetry
Total Enrollment

28,000

Active Students

Faculty Size

5,000

Academic Staff

Acceptance Rate

35%

Estimated Admissions

Safety Score

65/100

Campus Safety

Transportation

75/100

Public Access

Tuition (Int.)

$7,200

Annual Estimate

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Admission Fit Simulator & Personal Dossier

Cumulative GPA (4.0 Scale)3.65 / Benchmark 3.25
2.503.003.504.00
English Proficiency (IELTS Equivalent)7.0 / Target 6.5+
5.5 (TOEFL ~65)7.0 (TOEFL ~100)9.0 (TOEFL 118+)
Research, Internships & Extracurricular Depth
ESTIMATED CLASSIFICATIONSOLID SAFETY
90/100Profile Alignment Index

Profile exceeds typical institutional cutoffs; high likelihood of admission.

Selectivity~35% Admit
Est. Annual Tuition$7,200
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EDITORIAL BRIEFING

Institutional Profile

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Imagine stepping onto a campus where 195 years of intellectual legacy breathes life into every sandstone arch. 🏛️ The University of Cape Town (UCT), established in 1829, is more than just a university; it's a living testament to academic excellence set against the breathtaking backdrop of Table Mountain. Our historic soul blends seamlessly with modern innovation, creating an atmosphere that is both profoundly prestigious and dynamically forward-looking. You'll find yourself amidst iconic architecture and lush greenery, where profound conversations ignite in sun-drenched courtyards and world-changing ideas are forged. This is where heritage meets horizon, cultivating a vibrant, globally aware community of approximately 28,000 brilliant minds, all contributing to a uniquely South African, globally resonant cultural identity.

GEOGRAPHIC TELEMETRY

Campus Coordinates

-33.9570° N, 18.4610° E
VISUAL ARCHIVE

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ACADEMIC FACULTIES

Core Academic Disciplines

Development Studies

Health Sciences

Engineering

SYNTHESIZED TRADE-OFFS

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INSTITUTIONAL FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

In the QS World University Rankings 2027, University of Cape Town is ranked #184. In the Times Higher Education (THE) 2027 rankings, it is ranked #147.
University of Cape Town is located in Cape Town, South Africa.
University of Cape Town was founded in 1829.
University of Cape Town has approximately 28,000 enrolled students.

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STUDENT BUDGET

Cost of Living

South Africa

Typical monthly expenses in South Africa. Adjust sliders to personalise.

Rent & Utilities$600
$200$4,000
Food & Groceries$310
$100$1,500
Transport & Other$55
$30$1,000
Estimated Monthly$965
Estimated Yearly$11,580

Estimates in USD. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and neighbourhood.

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