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 Amazing CIEE: Barcelona - Advanced Liberal Arts

"I learned about Spanish culture and how to adapt to a different environment. I learned how to be independent and manage to travel around Europe. It was the best decision of my life. "

Barnard College
Past Review Berlin Is A Fun, Welcoming City With An Interesting Culture. CIEE: Berlin - Open Campus Program

"Yes, it was worthwhile. I realized travel is very achievable. New experiences draw people together and form great friendships. I learned I am adaptable and can handle living far from home and independently."

Clark University - Worcester
Past Review Never Ending Summer CIEE: Legon - Summer Ghanaian Studies

"Expanded my cultural horizons, opened my eyes to many different ways of living and values. Made unforgettable connections. Had an amazing time, more than worth it. "

Fordham University
Past Review Morocco Fall: Ram, Couscous And A Copious Amount Of Tea CIEE: Rabat - Language and Culture

"This study abroad experience challenged me constantly as I had to constantly adapt to new situations and use a colloquial language that had previously been completely unknown to me. Not only was it excellent to learn about a new culture, it was amazing to be able to participate in it with my host family. I learned more about the..."

Wellesley College
Past Review Beautiful Barcelona CIEE: Barcelona - Advanced Liberal Arts

"I learned a lot about a completely different culture, and how they relate to the US. "

Wellesley College
Past Review I Love Cape Town, But Wish Uct Enhanced My Experience & Not Taken Away From It. CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"I learned to be independent in a way I never knew I needed or wanted to be."

Middlebury College
Past Review Can't Wait To Go Back CIEE: Santiago - Liberal Arts

"Incredibly worthwhile. Became a more confident, adventurous person. In addition to learning the language and cultural. "

Trinity University
Past Review Eye Opening CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences + Humanities

"A radically different perspective on policy"

Brandeis University
Past Review A Good Experience But Watch Out! CIEE: Shanghai - China in a Global Context

"Don't expect foreign people to know your customs and expectations or even respect them. Worthwhile to be able to travel and live in a different country. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review An Unforgettable Experience CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences + Humanities

"Intercultural Insight. It was very worthwhile"

Brandeis University
Past Review Made A New Home In Prague CIEE: Prague - Communications, New Media + Journalism

"I gained a new Czech family that I can go back and visit any time and newfound perspective that can only come from studying abroad. Very worthwhile."

Middlebury College
Past Review The Best Semester CIEE: Prague - Central European Studies

"It was definitely worthwhile. I learned some much about the region because there is such a rich history there. "

Middlebury College
Past Review The All Inclusive Semester Abroad Adventure, Culture, And New Friends! CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"I learned so much about the history and culture of South Africa, while becoming more confident and adventurous as I explored it!"

Middlebury College
Past Review License To Kill CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences + Humanities

"a new perspective on myself, the world, and humankind in general; how to live independently in a strange new place, how to build yourself a life from the bottom up; that every person, no matter their place of origin, is motivated by the same desires; definitely, absolutely worthwhile"

Brandeis University
Past Review Enlightening CIEE: Rennes - Liberal Arts

"I learned to branch out and take risks. It was worth it!"

Berea College
Past Review Can't Wait Until I Can Go Back CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"I learned so much I don't know where to begin. I learned to cook for myself, I learned how to be a much more independent student, I learned that I really love Biology (I fell in love with learning about animal locomotion). It was an amazing experience and I am so glad I did it"

Middlebury College
Past Review Amazing CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"I learned all about the culture of Cape Town and the history behind an amazingly determined country."

Middlebury College
Past Review Living The Dream Go To Sevilla! CIEE: Seville - International Business & Culture

"I gained many new friends. better Spanish skills, and a whole new view of the world. "

Fordham University
Past Review Self Discovery And Fun Rolled Into One! CIEE: Alicante - Language & Culture

"I learned a lot about myself. I realized how strong I was and how much I have to offer. It was definitely worthwhile and I would do it again in a heartbeat."

Brandeis University
Past Review An "Academic" Vacation CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"I think my time abroad could be described as a "vacation" that I needed. It gave me time away from others (family and friends) to understand myself and to see where I stand at this moment in life. I gained a lot from one semester abroad and there were multiple times where I contemplated staying a bit longer. Of course, there are..."

Brandeis University
Past Review Memories That Will Stay With You Forever CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"I feel like anyone who visits and lives in a foreign country will tell you that their experiences are well worthwhile; it's hard to even express how my experience has impacted my life. I learned how it felt like to be an outsider and a minority, and be a different sort of member in a different sort of society. I discovered some ..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Go To Sevilla CIEE: Seville - Business + Society

"My Spanish improved tremendously and I learned how to be more open-minded in my view of the world as a whole. It was worth it. "

Trinity University
Past Review Challenging But Extremely Rewarding And Eye Opening. CIEE: Gaborone - Community Public Health

"I learned so much from this experience that it is difficult to put into words. While it was extremely challenging and frustrating at times, it was 100% worthwhile and I would recommend a study abroad experience to anyone that is able to do so. I learned that while I am extremely blessed with my life in America, I do not need as ..."

Trinity University
Past Review Adventure Of A Lifetime CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"I learned a lot about myself."

Middlebury College