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
08/11/2023 It Was Fun. CIEE: Monteverde - Sustainability + The Environment

"I really enjoyed living independently and yes it was definitely worthwhile. "

Brandeis University
07/25/2023 Pastel De Nata CIEE: Lisbon - Language and Culture

"My portuguese improved a lot and it was definitely worth it. "

Middlebury College
07/24/2023 Good CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences + Humanities

"It was worthwhile. Gained perspective "

Middlebury College
06/27/2023 Sevilla, Mi Corazón CIEE: Seville - Liberal Arts

"This program was so worthwhile. I see it as the biggest challenge in "adulting" i have ever faced. I cooked for myself, was responsible for figuring out how to go to the doctor, had to start a social system, and learn my limits—all in another language that, let's face it, I did not speak very well. I 10/10 recommend going abroad..."

Brandeis University
06/25/2023 An Experience I Won't Ever Forget CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"I developed as a human from a very emotional and personal aspect. It has driven the desire to explore more of the world outside of America and meet different communities of people. It has challenged some habits that I have been trying to improve as well as built independency, resiliency, and determination within me. But most imp..."

Brandeis University
06/02/2023 Abroad In Amsterdam CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences + Humanities

"I gained an appreciation for another city/country. I took a variety of classes and got to play field hockey with local women. It was definitely worthwhile."

Middlebury College
05/24/2023 Fun And Eye Opening CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences + Humanities

"That you learn more about a culture studying abroad than when on vacation"

Middlebury College
01/23/2023 Lots Of Fun CIEE: London - Arts + Sciences (University College London)

"I developed my writing skills and got to know London"

Wellesley College
01/18/2023 Yonsei Study Abroad CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"I was able to improve my Korean language and make friends from around the world. Studying abroad also helped me better understand myself and Korean culture. "

Brandeis University
01/17/2023 Time Of My Life CIEE: Prague - Film Studies

"I learned about Czech culture. "

Middlebury College
01/08/2023 A Beneficial & Life Changing Experience CIEE: Seoul - Summer Korean Studies

"It was definitely worthwhile. While the trip cost a pretty penny, the impact on my character and life is priceless. "

University of North Georgia
10/27/2022 The Best Four Months Of My Life CIEE: Prague - Central European Studies

"I learned that it is important to go outside of your comfort zone and that it is important to learn about other people and their cultures "

Wofford College
10/19/2022 Ciee London CIEE: London - Open Campus Program

"I was able to gain a better understanding of what it is like to live in a big city abroad, and in general"

Western Washington University
10/19/2022 Ciee Cph CIEE: Copenhagen - Open Campus Block

"I was able to learn more about the study of happiness, along with the Danes culture."

Western Washington University
10/19/2022 Ciee Rome CIEE: Rome - Open Campus

"I was able to gain an appreciation of art, and religion within Rome."

Western Washington University
10/17/2022 A Semester Of Discovery And Lifelong Memories! CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"I gained confidence in navigating unfamiliar situations alone. I think it was incredibly worthwhile because, as I tell myself, if I was able to live alone on the other side of the world, I can do just about anything. "

Claremont McKenna College
10/17/2022 An Incredible Experience In Barcelona CIEE: Barcelona - Language and Culture

"It was great to be in a completely new environment and exposed to new ideas, classes, cultures, and people. It allowed me to learn a lot about a new country and what it takes to adapt to new environments. The experience was definitely worthwhile and an amazing decision. "

Cornell University
10/16/2022 Berlin Is The Best!! Highly Recommend CIEE: Berlin - Global Architecture + Design

"Berlin itself was such a special city to experience, filled with creative people and places and a huge variety of parks, clubs, and restaurants. My weekends were filled with checking out huge parks like Tempelhof, trying trendy new coffee shops and stores, and experiencing all the techno clubs. I feel as if I learned so much fro..."

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
10/15/2022 Eye Opening Experience To Realize My Own Potential And Independence CIEE: Barcelona - Summer Language and Culture

"I learned that traveling around different parts of the world is not only an enlightening experience seeing other cultures and so much fun in general going out of your comfort zone to see and experience new things that I never would normally experience, but it is also enlightening learning about my own potential. In the past, I n..."

Providence College
10/14/2022 Ciee Summer In London. The Experience Of A Lifetime! CIEE: Summer in London

"I learned so much about myself and gained newfound independence while I was abroad. It was very worthwhile. "

University of Iowa
10/12/2022 An Unforgettable Experience In Madrid CIEE: Summer in Madrid

"Where do I start? First, I gained really awesome friends that I still keep in contact with today. It's crazy to think about how quickly connections were made with others despite being in a completely different country. While a little more personal, I gained insight on how Spanish life and linguistics differ from that of my own M..."

The University of Texas at Austin
10/12/2022 Sevilla, The Best Place To Study! CIEE: Seville - Liberal Arts

"I learned Spanish fluently, made some of my BEST friends, and experienced a new culture, language, and made a home. "

Colby College
10/12/2022 The Best Semester Of My College Experience Abroad With Ciee Paris, France CIEE: Paris - Open Campus Block

"I learned honestly a lot about what it means to truly live life. It is 100% a worthwhile would not recommend passing up on this once in a lifetime opportunity"

Cornell University
10/11/2022 A Traveling And Exploring Adventure! CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences + Humanities

"I gained a new understanding of cultural differences and I felt that I was changed by the Dutch culture for the better."

Middlebury College
10/10/2022 Amazing But Too Short! CIEE: Summer in Rome

"Being abroad gave me a sense of independence and who I am. I got to step out of my comfort zone and be in a new setting which can be terrifying! "

Providence College