4.6 - 43 Reviews

CIMBA

https://cimbaitaly.com/

CIMBA is a program provider offering 2 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad and Graduate Program abroad programs in 1 country such as Italy.

CIMBA Italy is an internationally-recognized business institute that trains future professional leaders. The CIMBA program offers semester and summer undergraduate study abroad opportunities as well as summer graduate options and full-time and part-time MBA programs, all with rigorous, high quality, professional courses taught in English. Courses focus in the areas of Business, Journalism, and Communication Studies; however, other electives are also offered. These programs are designed to provide students with a meaningful international experience while allowing students to remain on schedule for graduation.

For more information, visit our website at https://cimbaitaly.com/.

Study Abroad with CIMBA

OVERALL RATING 4.6
Based on 43 Reviews
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October 11, 2025
Past Review A Cultural Experience You'll Remember For A Lifetime. CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"I learned about how easy it is (plus some of the challenges) to travel internationally. It is an eye-opening experience, but it has given me a strong interest and confidence in exploring other countries and learning about other cultures."

University of Iowa
Past Review An Experience Of A Lifetime CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"The culture is new and different. Traveling is the best medicine It was worth every single dollar "

University of Kansas
Past Review Top Decision Of My Life CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"Studying abroad empowered me as a young woman in business and left an impact across many aspects of my life. My experience proved to me that I could go to an unfamiliar place by myself, feeling unprepared and unsure of what may lie ahead and come out of it having even more of a desire to explore new places and embrace the unkno..."

West Virginia University
Past Review Traveling Gives You A Whole New Perspective On People, In The Best Way. CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"Generally speaking, any stranger on this earth has more in common with you than not, and most people will try to help you given the chance. Really, it was so good to know that you can find a community anywhere you live."

University of Iowa
Past Review Bad School, Great Friends CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"Always keep an open mind"

Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
Past Review Excellent Study Abroad Experience CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"I had an awesome experience with the CIMBA program. The staffs in both Iowa and Italy were so easy to work with and always had my best interests at heart. The program was a perfect mix of fun, learning, travel and cultural experiences. Wouldn't trade my time at CIMBA for anything."

University of Iowa
Past Review Life Changing Experience! CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"I learned valuable life skills of immersing myself in a new culture, finding ways to communicate with people who speak a different language, and navigating my way through different countries while traveling."

University of Iowa
Past Review Life Changing CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"I learned more about myself and about life then I ever would have imagined. I would go back and do it all again in a heart beat"

University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Past Review Truly Once In A Lifetime! CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"Attending CIMBA was honestly one of the best decisions of my life. It was such a good combination of challenging classes, traveling, leadership opportunities, and being immersed in the Italian culture. I learned so much about myself and grew tremendously as an individual. I visited numerous cities and countries that I still cann..."

Mount Mercy College
Past Review Everything You Could Possibly Want For Study Abroad CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"This experience gave me the best times of my life (so far). From learning a language, to learning the culture, to getting lost in foreign cities, I feel that every single aspect of the CIMBA program will benefit me for the rest of my life. I not only grew as a person, but i left with 75 new family members as well!"

Furman University
Past Review Best Semester Of Your Life! CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"I learned about myself and my leadership abilities. How to work with others of different backgrounds and form relationships. "

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Past Review Would Go Back In A Heartbeat! CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Graduate and MBA Program

"I learned more about myself in my time at CIMBA that I imagined possible. I find it has helped me in every aspect of my life, and I continue to expand on those skills now. I have made friends I will keep for a lifetime and connections that are incredibly valuable. The CIMBA program is definitely non-traditional, but this is what..."

University of Iowa
Past Review Best Decision Of My Life CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"Patience, adaptability, dozens of friends"

University of Kansas
Past Review Would Go Back Here Again If I Could! CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"sense of individual, love of travel, independence, self confidence"

University of Connecticut
Past Review Best Time Of My Life. CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"Very much. "

University of Connecticut
Past Review Best Time Of My Life CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"CIMBA was 100% worthwhile. I have learned so much about myself and a global perspective that will help me in my career and other aspects of my life. The extracurriculars they provide help shape your perceptions around new concepts"

Iowa State University
Past Review Most Amazing, Unforgettable Experience I Will Ever Have! CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"Don't expect everything to go as planned, live for the moment, and enjoy everything you do! It was definitely worthwhile!"

University of Iowa
Past Review The Best 3 Months Of My Life: Travel, Friend Making & Living In Italy CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"It was incredibly worthwhile. I learned so much about myself and am much more confident in my abilities. I learned a lot about different cultures and how to act in them. I learned life skills in traveling, understanding different languages and trying new experiences. I wouldn't be who I am without my study abroad experience. Now..."

University of Iowa
Past Review Take Me Back To Italy! CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"Studying abroad was an amazing experience. I'd definitely say CIMBA was more geared towards giving you the opportunity to travel than living with Italians, but getting to see 9 different countries in 3 months was incredible! We saw some many unique places - some tourist spots and some off the beaten path. The Americans I studied..."

Iowa State University
Past Review The Best 3 Months Of My Entire Life! CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"It was the best thing I have ever done.. I learned a ton of things, but the most worthwhile part of the trip was meeting lifelong friends and experiencing the same challenges together."

University of Nebraska- Lincoln
Past Review The Single Best Decision Of My College Career! CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"I learned so much about myself! When you go to ;ive in a country that you have never even been to before, you don't speak the language, and you don't know anyone, you really learn how independant and capable you really are! I also learned a lot about different cultures and gained a global perspective that I will keep with me m..."

University of Iowa
Past Review Cimba To Rememba CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"Yes. I learned that I can be independent and in foreign countries with strangers and be completely okay. I got to see so much and had the most fun I have ever had."

University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
Past Review Adventures In Italy CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Undergraduate Program

"I learned a lot about myself. Studying abroad is all about self growth and learning about other cultures. I learned that I like to take advantage of my free time and enjoy outdoor sports, like canyoning."

University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
Past Review Not For The Faint At Heart CIMBA: Paderno del Grappa - Graduate and MBA Program

"I learned a lot about dealing with people from other cultures. Our class was fairly unique in that everyone was a polar opposite of everyone else; we had to work a lot harder on getting along than some previous classes, and the administration seemed to expect a game of assembling a team and excluding those whom do not see eye t..."

University of Iowa