4.4 - 1707 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 Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Czech Republic.

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 1707 Reviews
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March 29, 2026
Past Review 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
Past Review 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
Past Review 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
Past Review 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
Past Review 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
Past Review Unforgettable Experiences In Barcelona CIEE: January in Barcelona

"I gained independence and confidence in my abilities. The first couple of days in Spain were a big adjustment for me due to the changes in lifestyle and cultural differences. In addition, I had a hard time adjusting to the transportation methods, rather than driving myself everywhere. After learning how to use the transportation..."

Wofford College
Past Review The Perfect Semester In Sevilla CIEE: Seville - Liberal Arts

"In addition to improving my Spanish learning more about Spanish culture, I learned a lot about myself during my time abroad. I became more self-aware, confident, and independent. It was the most worthwhile experience of my life, without a doubt."

George Washington University
Past Review A Window To A New World CIEE: Madrid: Open Campus Block

"I learned how to put myself in uncomfortable situations to help grow my confidence and independence. "

Vanderbilt University
Past Review Eye Opening CIEE: Amsterdam - Business + Culture

"Got to experience part of the world I had never seen before"

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

"I got to see a perspective on topics like sustainability through the lenses of Germany. They approach sustainable development, eco-friendly lifestyles, and transportation so differently than I was used to. I got to see these things firsthand, which was awesome. Although I didn't use German a lot, I definitely improved my profici..."

Indiana University - Bloomington
Past Review Tropical Unique Experience CIEE: Monteverde - Summer Tropical Ecology and Conservation

"I learned a lot about myself, and the surrounding communities. I enjoyed the wildlife every step of the way."

Brandeis University
Past Review Ciee Sevilla: Una Aventura CIEE: Seville - Liberal Arts

"While I was abroad I gained confidence in my Spanish speaking abilities, and learned about a different mindset about life. One thing many of us noticed very quickly is that while Americans live to work, Spaniards work to live, and having a chance to experience that gave me perspective on what life can look like back home and hel..."

Brandeis University
Past Review Wonderful Experience In The Cloud Forest CIEE: Monteverde - Summer Tropical Ecology and Conservation

"My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. Costa Rica definitely lives up to its catch phrase "pura vida" or pure life. There is so much wildlife and nature around you, and learning the ecological and biological details makes it so much more intersting."

Brandeis University
Past Review Ciee Barcelona Business & Culture CIEE: Barcelona - Business & Culture

"I had such a blast getting to practice my Spanish, live on my own in another country for a few months, learn from my professors and the locals, meet so many people, and get to experience so many incredible places."

Vanderbilt University
Past Review Memories For A Lifetime CIEE: Alcala - Summer Language & Culture

"I gained an understanding of Spanish culture and became independent through organizing my own trips and navigating public transportation. I improved my Spanish speaking and writing abilities, and gained so much confidence through interacting with CIEE staff and locals in the language. I now feel comfortable using Spanish with an..."

Villanova University
Past Review Sevilla CIEE: Seville - Liberal Arts

"I improved my spanish, gained some confidence in myself, and met a lot of interesting people. It was a worthwhile experience and I recommend studying abroad"

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

"it was worthwhile. I gained an understanding of African epistemologies"

Middlebury College
Past Review Buckle Up CIEE: Barcelona - Business & Culture

"Met a lot of great people and locals, learned how to travel with others and figure money matters out on my own"

Brandeis University
Past Review Ciee/Yonsei CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"Learning new perspectives and better understanding of South Korean history/culture"

Brandeis University
Past Review Can't Wait To Go Back! CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"I learned so much about Korean culture and also about myself. I'm a queer, non-binary person, so I was incredibly worried about my identity making my experience more difficult, so I sought out queer spaces. While many of them were fairly segregated (queer spaces for men and for women are often separate, and often discriminate ag..."

Middlebury College
Past Review Do Not Be Afraid To Go Out And Have Fun. CIEE: Amsterdam - Summer Business & Communications

"Learning about new cultures and creating lasting friendships"

Western New England University
Past Review Ciee Ala Barcelona Review CIEE: Barcelona - Advanced Liberal Arts

"Abroad was a great experience that I sculpted on my own terms with travelling, exploring the city, and making new friends. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Unforgettable CIEE: Barcelona - Global Architecture & Design

"I didn't know anyone prior to going so it made me become even more independent and more aware of what the world was like outside of the US. I learned about different political views and people's opinions about the rest of the world and learned more about myself and my interests. It was definitely worthwhile"

University of Hartford
Past Review Study Abroad In Amsterdam With Ciee CIEE: Amsterdam - Business + Culture

"Study abroad opened my eyes to other cultures and the uniqueness of each country visited. It is the perfect opportunity when you are a college student as you have more free time now than after you graduate."

University of Hartford