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 Korea I Love You Seoooooooul Much CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"I gained a new perspective on the world and a newfound awareness and appreciation for Asian culture"

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Totally Different From Growing Up In The Us! CIEE: Seville - Summer Language and Culture

"it was a once in a lifetime experience"

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review The Most Amazing City CIEE: Barcelona - Business & Culture

"I learned how to live not only on my own, but in a different country with a very different culture. It was most definitely worthwhile."

Brandeis University
Past Review Amazing, Best Summer Of My Life CIEE: Alicante - Summer Language and Culture

"I learned to be more independent and it was definitely worthwhile"

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Magnifically Wondrous Moments Of Thrill And Eye Opening Experiences CIEE: Gaborone - Community Public Health

"Real life experience in public health sector "

Clark University - Worcester
Past Review I Learned More About Myself And It Was Life Changing. CIEE: Alicante - Summer Language and Culture

"I learned more about myself and how I react in new situations. It was worthwhile! I can't imagine a better program. I fell in love with the language, the city, and most importantly the people. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Spectacular Time Abroad! CIEE: Barcelona - Liberal Arts

"Absolutely! It was the best experience of my life to date. I gained independence, confidence in myself and my ability to speak another language, cross cultural boundaries, and the opportunity to travel!"

Wellesley College
Past Review Crazy Nerd Adventure CIEE: Monteverde - Summer Tropical Ecology and Conservation

"I learned plenty of conservation issues, I am more conscious about my surroundings. I am grateful for hot water and AC. Very worthwhile. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Good T Imes CIEE: Barcelona - Business & Culture

"More independence, fun, some great memories of just traveling around Europe"

Brandeis University
Past Review Most Rewarding Experience Of My Life CIEE: Seville - Summer Language and Culture

"It was incredibly worthwhile. My spanish speaking skills improved so much and I made incredible lifelong friends."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Awesome! CIEE: Tokyo - Arts and Sciences

"language skills and how to live with the others"

Brandeis University
Past Review Life Changing And Incredible CIEE: Alicante - Summer Language and Culture

"It was absolutely worthwhile. I gained so much knowledge about Spain's culture and language, as well as my own country in comparison. I gained life-long friends and memories I'll cherish forever!"

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Great Experience CIEE: Seoul - Summer Korean Studies

"Yes it was worth. I've learned many new stuffs and met cool international students. Even though many students from US, it was great to have time spent in Seoul with them. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Wonderful! CIEE: Paris - Summer Contemporary Music Creation + Critique

"It was worthwhile. I learned to be patient and more understanding. I learned about the French culture and the way Americans are perceived by a different culture."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Life Changing And Unforgettable CIEE: Santiago - Liberal Arts

"GAINED WISDOM AND LIFE EXPERIENCE AND INDEPENDENCE AND CONFIDENCE! "

Clark University - Worcester
Past Review Paris Was Great CIEE: Paris - Summer Contemporary Music Creation + Critique

"very worthwhile"

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review I Was Shanghaied By Shanghai CIEE: Shanghai - China in a Global Context

"I wide number of skills, such as cross-cultural communication and adapting to new situations, quickly and sensitively. I feel like I'm able to see the world with a little more multiplicity. It was absolutely worthwhile. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Embracing Humanity Through Cultural Exchange CIEE: Gaborone - Arts + Sciences

"Independence and a new look at human relationships"

Fordham University
Past Review Fun Speaking The Language In Real Life. CIEE: Barcelona - Advanced Liberal Arts

"Language, communication skills and how to be independent. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Eye Opening CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"I learned about a new culture, gained friends, had amazing adventures and did some really fun things (travel around Africa, went bunjee jumping, wine tasting, mountain hiking, ect) and most importantly, learned more about the world and about myself. "

Brandeis University
Past Review The Best Thing I Could Have Done With My College Life CIEE: Rabat - Language and Culture

"It was the most worthwhile thing I have done since I started college. I will never forget my time abroad, and I have made many friends who I intend to keep in touch with for the rest of my life. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Extremely Amazing, Definitely Worth It, I Can't Wait To Go Back To Japan! CIEE: Tokyo - Summer Japanese Studies

"I learned/gained so many things while abroad. Language, culture, new discoveries/growth of myself that I discovered, the list goes on. Yes, it was worthwhile."

Western Washington University
Past Review Go To Ghana! CIEE: Legon - Arts + Sciences

"This trip was 10000% worth while. I loved every bit of it from the new friends, the nights spent dancing, classes, joining sports teams, meeting international students. It was a great experience. I learned to appreciate a different way of life, a slower pace which was very relaxing."

Cornell University