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 An Adventure Of A Lifetime CIEE: Monteverde - Summer Tropical Ecology and Conservation

"I gained a lot of confidence in my own abilities and I learned a lot about myself and how far I can push my limits. I learned so much just by being in a different environment, immersed in a different culture and exploring various ecosystems. It was one of the best decisions I've made."

Brandeis University
Past Review Best Summer Ever! CIEE: Amman - Summer Arabic Language

"Ability to integrate myself into another culture, awesome friends, and of course a lot of Arabic:)"

Brandeis University
Past Review A Look At Healthcare In Botswana CIEE: Gaborone - Summer Community Public Health

"I learned so much from my time in Botswana, and I would highly recommend it. I loved my experience there."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Study Abroad In Japan With Ciee CIEE: Tokyo - Arts and Sciences

"I learned about a new culture and new language. it was an amazing experience and I am so glad I got the opportunity to study abroad in Japan."

Brandeis University
Past Review A Magical Spring In Barcelona CIEE: Barcelona - Advanced Liberal Arts

"I gained an understanding of the country's character and the views of Catalonia."

Wellesley College
Past Review Botswana Study Abroad Was An Amazing Experience! CIEE: Gaborone - Summer Community Public Health

"I gained a lot of experience in the clinic setting in Botswana and that was absolutely incredible. I gained a lot of knowledge about Botswana, Setswana culture and lifestyle, and Batswana. It was definitely worthwhile, and while I wish that I had had the opportunity to live with my host family and work in the medical clinics al..."

Brandeis University
Past Review Yo Echo De Menos A Barcelona CIEE: Barcelona - Liberal Arts

"Language skills, friends, independence."

Wellesley College
Past Review An Unforgettable, Exhilarating Experience CIEE: Gaborone - Summer Community Public Health

"I learned how to adapt to a new lifestyle, and I got a glimpse into how health care is dealt with in another country."

Truman State University
Past Review Best Experience Of My Life CIEE: Seville - Business + Society

"It was totally wothwhile! I learned to travel by myself and to solve my own problems."

Trinity University
Past Review Absolutely Worth It CIEE: Seville - Liberal Arts

"It was definitely worthwhile. I learned to trust MYSELF and make decisions on my own. It was extremely challenging but very rewarding and I learned to see people for what they are -- people! Language-wise, I learned how to have a real conversation in Spanish."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Ghanaian Peace And Kindness CIEE: Legon - Summer Ghanaian Studies

"Learned how to plan trips without as up to date or accurate maps and routes, how to be a more international citizen, how to communicate through a language barrier, and how to cook, travel, and survive on my own."

Brandeis University
Past Review Una Aventura Increíble. CIEE: Alcala - Summer Language & Culture

"Confidence, friendship, exposure to other cultures. Yes, it was definitely worthwhile."

Brandeis University
Past Review Amazing, Foi Lindo!! CIEE: Sao Paulo - Liberal Arts

"Brazilian culture has this happiness engrained in it. I loved the whole lifestyle in Brazil- I definitely learned to be more positive and happy myself. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Experiential Learning In Botswana CIEE: Gaborone - Community Public Health

"I learned a lot about public health care and the challenges that accompany providing healthcare to a large population. I learned about the positive and negative effects of urbanization. I also learned a lot about cultural differences and what it felt like to stand out so much in a new culture. I think I became a little bit more ..."

Brandeis University
Past Review It Was Not What I Expected. CIEE: Tokyo - Arts and Sciences

"I learned about a culture that is completely different from my own and it was eye-opening."

Wellesley College
Past Review An Eye Opening And Unforgettable Experience CIEE: Seville - International Business & Culture

"I gained more independence through my travel experience. I gained confidence in my Spanish speaking abilities. I also learned so much about not only the Spanish culture, but also about the cultures of other places that I visited throughout my semester (Italy, Portugal, France, Scotland, England, Morocco, etc.). It was the most w..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Darling CIEE: Seville - Liberal Arts

"I learned so much more than words can even begin to describe. I learned how to trust and be comfortable. I learned how to be confident and get around independently. "

Clark University - Worcester
Past Review The Journey Of A Life Time CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"I did a lot of new things that I had always wanted to do, I made incredible friends, I challenged myself and grew a lot as a person. I got to experience once in a lifetime things. "

Clark University - Worcester
Past Review Amazing CIEE: Barcelona - Business & Culture

"Learned a lot about the culture of Barcelona and how a culture can differ so much from what I'm used to"

Brandeis University
Past Review The Best Decision Of My Life CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"It was extremely rewarding to go to Cape Town, and I never would have had the wonderful experience that I had without CIEE. "

Brandeis University
Past Review I Loved Traveling, Hated Being In Gaborone. CIEE: Gaborone - Community Public Health

"I learned a lot of patience and acceptance of different cultures. I learned that everything will work out in the end. And I value my current education at Clark."

Clark University - Worcester
Past Review Seoul CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"I got to experience an Eastern perspective and got a first person look through Korean language and culture. "

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

"everything, and absolutly "

Clark University - Worcester
Past Review A Life Changing Experience That I Will Never Forget CIEE: Rennes - Liberal Arts

"I learned how to travel and how to navigate a new city with only a paper map. I learned about myself and how I could adapt to new surroundings and a new language. I learned a lot about French culture and about some stereotypes that are right and some that are wrong, but most importantly to never make assumptions about a group of..."

Clark University - Worcester
Past Review Sweat, Fufu, And Tears CIEE: Legon - Arts + Sciences

"The ability to take things as they come and be less impatient. Very worthwhile."

Clark University - Worcester