Best Student Residence in Stellenbosch

Academia is a unique residence. As the only affiliated private residence it offers the best of two worlds: the same academic, sporting and cultural ties as any other Stellenbosch University residence but with the freedom and opportunities offered by a standalone establishment.

The only affiliated private residence

Academia student accommodation at Stellenbosch University is set in the heart of ‘Eikestad’ (the ‘City of Oaks’). This means not only that classes are in walking distance – the Engineering Faculty is across the road – but that students can immerse themselves in the full social, cultural and educational experience of living in a university town.

Academia is set in landscaped park-like surrounds, with 24-hour security-controlled access. There are CCTV cameras in and around the premises, and officers on foot patrol.

Facilities & Services

EXCELLENT FACILITIES

Dedicated study centre
High-speed connectivity to the US intranet
Fully-equipped outdoor gym
Laundromat and cleaning services
On-site deli
Meal plans are available at the nearby Goldfields residence

SAFE & SECURE

24/7 guarded security access
CCTV Monitoring
Strict visitor policy
10-minute walk to the Neelsie Student Centre
Contact security on 021 887 1953
Biometric access control system in place

MANAGEMENT STAFF

On-site administration office
On-site maintenance
Open door policy
Involved student leadership structures

Accommodation

Academia provides a number of accommodation types to suit a person’s needs and pocket.

Your Home Away From Home

The complex comprises 26 blocks totalling 954 beds in a mix of accommodation types. Some of the ground-floor units may be adapted for use by handicapped people.

Academia is set in landscaped park-like surrounds, with 24-hour security-controlled access. There are CCTV cameras in and around the premises, and officers on foot patrol.