4.4 - 1702 Reviews

CIEE

https://www.ciee.org/

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

OVERALL RATING 4.4
Based on 1702 Reviews
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December 4, 2025
Past Review Dehydrated CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences + Humanities

"I learned to remain calm and socialize. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Look For Another Country CIEE: Buenos Aires - Liberal Arts

"I learned that you should do hours if not days of research before coming to another country, and if it is your last semester or even just your senior years, it is best to wait. You can always study abroad after you graduate or do internships. "

Anonymous University
Past Review Fantastic CIEE: Prague - Central European Studies

"I learned a lot about the historic and contemporary Czech context and Czech culture. I also had the privilege of making friends with Czech students that I will have for a long time going forward."

Brandeis University
Past Review Americans Studying With Americans CIEE: London - Open Campus Program

"To conversate with everyone "

Berea College
Past Review Keep On Keeping On CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences + Humanities

"I learned to challenge yourself and change will eventually follow."

Brandeis University
Past Review Once In A Lifetime CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences + Humanities

"I gained perspective on a new culture and I learned how to appreciate my culture even more. There was a lot of time for reflection, which was worthwhile."

Brandeis University
Past Review Sevilla Was Great! CIEE: Seville - Communication, New Media, and Journalism

"European/South Spain culture; workplace culture. Yes, worthwhile; apply to internships for summer during study abroad! Explore Seville!"

Brandeis University
Past Review Studying Abroad In Sevilla, Spain: An Unforgettable Experience CIEE: Seville - Liberal Arts

"One of the greatest things I gained from abroad was increased language skills. I spoke Spanish with my host family, and all my classes were in Spanish, meaning all my readings and assignments were in Spanish as well. I know if I had not gone abroad and immersed myself in Spanish culture, my Spanish would not have improved to the..."

Brandeis University
Past Review Barcelona: The Quintessential Study Abroad Location CIEE: Barcelona - Business & Culture

"Studying abroad was definitely worthwhile for me. I learned how to adapt to a new culture and traveled more than I ever had, all while earning credit towards my degree. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Best Four Months Of My Life CIEE: Barcelona - Business & Culture

"I gained a new sense of independence, confidence and learned how to be more open to new experiences and relationships."

Brandeis University
Past Review Cape Town's Ups And Downs CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"I learned about racial relations in contexts out side of the US that, although I thought I understood previously, I realized I didn't fully get before. I was given a non-western perspective for the first time and was able to question things that I had blindly accepted before. "

Wellesley College
Past Review A Worthwhile Experience! CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"This program is both enjoyable and teaches you about both the physical, geographical beauty of South Africa and its history, both in terms of notable South African people and of apartheid and decolonization. Also, definitely would recommend for animal lovers as there are many beautiful animals in South Africa!"

University of Hartford
Past Review Living My Best Life In Amsterdam CIEE: Amsterdam - Business + Culture

"I want to move back to Amsterdam"

Middlebury College
Past Review Fun And Eye Opening CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences + Humanities

"i gained a lot of independence. i gained a greater respect for other cultures."

Middlebury College
Past Review Amazing 4 Months In Amsterdam! CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences + Humanities

"i learned how to be an individual and enjoy myself while also putting myself out there to make friends"

Middlebury College
Past Review Amazing Experience In Madrid CIEE: Madrid - Liberal Arts

"An international perspective"

Brandeis University
Past Review Coffee Was Mad Expensive. CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"I learned about my ability to speak the language and I think going to Korea to learn Korean was worthwhile."

Brandeis University
Past Review Can't Wait To Go Back CIEE: Seville - Liberal Arts

"I gained some life long friends and learned Spanish. It was definitely one of the best experiences in my life. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Happily Confused CIEE: Barcelona - Economics and Culture

"My experience abroad was more than worthwhile. I traveled out of the country for the first time. I now feel more internationally cultured and aware. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Best 4 Months CIEE: Amsterdam - Business + Culture

"definitely grew up a lot"

Middlebury College
Past Review A Nice Break From Reality CIEE: Prague - Central European Studies

"It was worthwhile to study abroad because i got to experience a new culture and travel to new places. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Roots CIEE: Legon - Arts + Sciences

"To see that the western perspective on Africa is not correct. Ghana is not what is shown on TV with sick children and poverty, it is beautiful."

Brandeis University
Past Review Incredible CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"I learned a lot about what it means to be a woman of color in a world that is not safe for women with my racial identity. Cape Town is not an easy place to be for women of color (no cities really are honestly) and I really did learn a lot about myself during this time. "

Brandeis University
Past Review A Great Experience In A Special City! CIEE: Prague - Central European Studies

"Independence and confidence. "

Middlebury College
Past Review Berlin Experience CIEE: Berlin - Open Campus Program

"Great courses, learned a lot of German, and did nice internship at a startup called Nok City. The internship was rather time intensive which affected travel plans, but was a great resume builder."

University of Hartford