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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.

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December 4, 2025
Past Review Japan: Socially Amazing, But Academically Lacking CIEE: Tokyo - Arts and Sciences

"I would definitely regret not coming to Japan when I had the chance, so I'm glad I went through with it and spent a semester in Tokyo. At times, I feel like it was an academic waste of a semester, but outside of the academics, I've made a lot of memories that have made it worthwhile. After being in Japan, I feel like its unneces..."

Wellesley College
Past Review Ghana: A Semester Of Life Changing Experiences CIEE: Legon - Arts + Sciences

"My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. I am more culturally aware but I didn't have the best academic experience. More importantly, I learned so much about myself and did start to question my academic interests."

Wellesley College
Past Review Korea Is Amazing CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"yes, I learned a lot a lot about about the wold and myself. I learned a lot mre that I thought I would. "

Pacific Lutheran University
Past Review Ghana: Slow Down, Appreciate, Enjoy CIEE: Legon - Arts + Sciences

"Being in Ghana really made me appreciate life and see what is really important. Children in Ghana have so little, yet they are so happy. The people are welcoming, helpful, and generous. People always take the time to stop and chat on the streets with acquaintances. In the U.S., people can go a whole day without another human int..."

Past Review Examining My Interest In Japan CIEE: Tokyo - Arts and Sciences

"Yes, I would do it again, but I would probably take Intensive Japanese and try harder to make Japanese friends. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Spain Really Fun CIEE: Seville - Business + Society

"My experience was great - but I don't credit that to the program. Although the classes were good the program could have offered more."

George Washington University
Past Review Jordan: My New Second Home! CIEE: Amman - Arabic Language

"YES DEFINITELY. It was my first study abroad experience and I am so happy I had this opportunity. I would definitely recommend the program to another student."

Marymount University
Past Review I Am In Love With Argentina! CIEE: Buenos Aires - Liberal Arts

"Yes. It was incredible. I learned so much spanish and I became much more independent."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Ciee Costa Rica, Best Four Months Of My Life CIEE: Monteverde - Summer Tropical Ecology and Conservation

"My study abroad program helped me realize what I care about and what kind of person I want to be. I met incredible people and had incredible experiences. I would not be where I am right now if I did not do this program. "

Tufts University
Past Review Ciee Legon Taught Me The Importance Of Flexibility And Laughter. CIEE: Legon - Arts + Sciences

"My experience abroad led to a career in International Studies and a deep passion for Study Abroad. I am now the Study Abroad Coordinator for my home institution and know that my career path was directly influenced by how incredible my experience was in Ghana."

Texas Christian University
Past Review A Summer In Shanghai: A Life Changing Experience CIEE: Shanghai - Accelerated Chinese Language

"The experience changed my life in so many ways. If you have any questions PLEASE come ask me. I've got so many stories to tell!"

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Jordan: Like Nowhere I Have Ever Been CIEE: Amman - Arabic Language

"I gained a beginners grasp of the Arabic language. A much greater understanding of Arab and Muslim culture and how they view the rest of the world. I got to see many places that few Americans will ever travel to; Beirut and Damascus for example. I would be very interested in a return visit either to work or visit. "

University of Rochester
Past Review Seoul: Unforgettable Summer CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"I learned a lot more about the Korean culture. I became more independent. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Semester In Sevilla: All That I Had Hoped For CIEE: Seville - Liberal Arts

"My study abroad experience was the the best experience of my life. I discovered that I am happiest in sitautions where I am constantly challeneged with new opporunities and meeting new people. I have also become more self-reliant. I realized I am interested in elarning more languages and hope to work and live abroad after gra..."

Trinity University
Past Review Tokyo: Wtf CIEE: Tokyo - Arts and Sciences

"I learned a lot about Japan, but the main benefit was the reaffirmation of what is important for me to have in my life back home. For me personally, I came to realize the importance of family and a solid foundation on which to enjoy life rather than getting caught up in the rat race that is Tokyo. "

Trinity University
Past Review Absolutely Loved This Program! CIEE: Alicante - Language & Culture

"My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. I gained a lot of independence and appreciation for another culture. "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Brazil Frustrating Yet Unique CIEE: Sao Paulo - Liberal Arts

"Yes, I gained confidence in all my studies and met some wonderful people. "

Tulane University
Past Review Sevilla CIEE: Seville - Liberal Arts

"New experiences are always worthwhile, and wherever one chooses to travel/study there is wisdom to be gained. Interestingly enough, whenever I go abroad I feel more patriotic than ever, often long for people with familiar values/ways of conducting themselves, and find myself starting sentences with "In America we...". This sor..."

Clark University
Past Review Tokyo Enhanced Me On So Many Levels CIEE: Tokyo - Arts and Sciences

"I plan on working in Tokyo when I graduate so I would say this is a good indicator of my experience there. It changed my perspective on being American in a foreign city as well as being American in America. I met so many international people as well as native Japanese people and I feel like you can only get that experience if yo..."

Wellesley College
Past Review American Students In Prague Didn't Care About Academics CIEE: Prague - Central European Studies

"I feel more independent but I would not choose the same program again."

University of Rochester
Past Review If You Want To Learn Go To Belgium, If You Want To Party, Go To Sevillla CIEE: Seville - Liberal Arts

"Difference in cultures, how they view America(ns). "

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Santiago, Chile CIEE: Santiago - Liberal Arts

"Yes! I loved my study abroad experience - it was challenging, but empowering."

Clark University
Past Review Seoul Food And The Seoul Life CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"Gain a great understanding of a culture that has expanding and prospered so fast in a short amount of time. Living in a fast culture also changes my habits and thinking into a more consistent and fast-pace decision. "

California State University - Fresno
Past Review Prague The Best Place To Spend A Semester! CIEE: Prague - Central European Studies

"It was definitely worthwhile. It was tough being away in a new culture for so long, but it was so worth it. Also, Prague is super cheap and centrally located, so traveling and living were both very possible and affordable."

University of Rochester