CIEE
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CIEE is a program provider offering 395 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, Intensive Language, and Online Program abroad programs in 32 countries such as Italy, Spain, Netherlands, and Botswana.
CIEE is a nonprofit study abroad and intercultural exchange organization that transforms lives and builds bridges between individuals and nations by sponsoring a wide variety of opportunities for the exchange of ideas and experiences. CIEE helps people develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world, and contributes to a more peaceful global community by humanizing international relations.
CIEE partners with overseas universities to provide direct matriculation options, creates CIEE courses to add to the offerings, and staffs each Study Center with CIEE-employed Resident Staff who provide co-curricular activities and around-the-clock student services. We offer quality academics with opportunities for cultural engagement such as excursions, homestays, volunteer opportunities, and internships to provide the highest quality study abroad experiences.
For more information, visit our website.
Study Abroad with CIEE
"How to feel comfortable with a completely different culture, was worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to be more independent. Also, it allowed me to experience how it feels to live in a busy city. Therefore, I would say my experience abroad was worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"I was able to work on my academic Spanish as well as learn what its like to live in a European city. "
Natalia Gonzalez Brandeis University
"Since I am Ghanaian, I was able to reconnect with my country after being away for almost two decades. Although there times when I felt like a guest in my home, there were plenty of times where I felt at home and grateful to CIEE for having a program site in Ghana. I learned that there is no and never will be a place like home. I..."
Vennesa Duodu Brandeis University
"I wish I had been forced to speak Spanish and not hang out with Americans. "
Noah H Brandeis University
"I learned about how big the world is, I improved my Spanish skills, and I got to travel to some neat places. Definitely worthwhile."
A student Truman State University
"I gained an understanding of culture, language, and my own independence."
A student Berea College
"The experience was worthwhile and the exchange rate made it an affordable option in comparison to a lot of programs in Europe"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned that there are no many differences in culture. I also learned that programs not in the US were very rigorous. It was very worthwhile because I loved my time there. "
A student Wellesley College
"Independence, a sense of self, a home base to travel all over Central Europe, tons of lifelong friends... I really could go on."
Rebecca Duras Middlebury College
"I learned adaptability, patience, and acceptance. It was truly a humbling experience and I recommend it to anyone that wants to travel abroad. It also taught me a lot about myself, and let me meet so many new people. "
Natalie Bautista University of the Pacific
"It was immensely worthwhile. I learned so much about myself in being forced to adapt to a totally different lifestyle and culture, as well as being mainly deprived of my first language. Furthermore I travelled extensively and from that not only saw 8 other countries but learned about my own competence and independence. "
Sarah Jenkins University of the Pacific
"I learned more patience and I believe it was worthwhile."
Andrea C Brandeis University
"I learned so much about myself, and who I as a person. It was the most amazing experience. I wish I could've stayed longer. "
Gabby Hundman Birmingham-Southern College
"I learned a lot about myself and how to manage uncomfortable situations. My intercultural communication skills improved a ton, and I feel like I'm more open minded to different lifestyles. This experience definitely opened my eyes to different ways of life and how to be respectful when being in these new cultures "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself and how to live on my own. I learned that traveling can be so hard but so much fun. My time abroad was so worthwhile!"
Clare Robinson Middlebury College
"Of course! Not only did I get a better handle on the language, but I also pushed myself to step out of my comfort zone and have fun while traveling and exploring novel cultures."
A student University of the Pacific
"I became more comfortable with myself when it comes to being independent and I met people and learned things that you can not learn from textbooks or TV shows"
Makayla Allison Berea College
"I learned to be way more independent than I was and made new friends in a situation where I didn't know anybody. Trying new things and meeting new people and being comfortable with being uncomfortable are certainly skills I am happy to be better at now."
Isaac A Brandeis University
"I learned more about the Dutch culture. I also was able to experience other cultures by traveling. I was able to meet new people and meet up with old ones. Def worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained so much from my semester in Madrid, and studying abroad was definitely one of the best decisions I made for my college career. I improved my Spanish both conversationally and academically, made great friends I'll keep in touch with back in the US, and pushed myself to try new things and get out of my comfort zone. I fel..."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained an ability to use spanish more fluently and express myself more clearly in spanish. I also gained a lot of problem solving skills in my time in Spain as well. I'm so so so glad I went and it was definitely worthwhile."
Alyssa Berkson Brandeis University
"Adult independence."
A student Brandeis University
"Learned a lot about other countries"
A student Brandeis University
