4.6 - 348 Reviews

CISabroad / Center for International Studies

https://www.cisabroad.com/

CISabroad / Center for International Studies is a program provider offering 43 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, and TEFL Courses abroad programs in 11 countries such as The United Kingdom, Multi-Region, Greece, and Costa Rica.

At CIS Abroad we love changing lives and believe in the power of international education. We provide affordable and immersive semester, summer and intern abroad programs in 22 countries. We are committed to: saving you money, providing exceptional personal support, engaging you culturally, providing academic resources to find the classes you need to take, and to providing career development resources after you've returned to capitalize on your overseas experience.

With programs in large, urban centers; smaller, traditional towns; and everything between, CIS Abroad has a global reach with a local focus. We treat every student as an individual.

Study Abroad with CISabroad / Center for International Studies

OVERALL RATING 4.6
Based on 348 Reviews
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October 2, 2025
Past Review Go For It! CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Florence - Semester in Florence

"I learned how to be more independent"

University of Lynchburg
Past Review Best 4 Months Of My Life! CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Gold Coast - Semester on the Gold Coast

"I learned so much during my time abroad. I gained so much personally and culturally. This was my first time leaving the country alone and for so long a time. I learned a lot about myself, responsibility, and maturity. Coming back I felt like a whole new person. Before going to Australia, I was so excited to immerse myself into a..."

Saint Francis College
Past Review Best 3 Weeks Ever CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Florence - Summer in Florence

"I learned a little bit of everything. I learned a ton about an incredible culture and country, and more importantly I learned a lot about myself. "

University of Delaware
Past Review The Greatest Experience Of My Life. CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Semester in Rome

"I learned how to communicate with people when there was a barrier as large as language. This is huge because if you can communicated through a language barrier, you can communicate through nearly anything."

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University / Virginia Tech
Past Review True Beauty CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Gold Coast - Semester on the Gold Coast

"I learned more about myself then I knew was possible, and that alone made this whole trip worth it for me."

University of New Hampshire
Past Review The Best Experience Of My Life! CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Limerick - Semester in Limerick

"I gained so much confidence! I totally stepped out of my shell, and have become a better version of myself. I have confidence that I can figure stuff out on my own trust my judgment. It was such a worthwhile experience, and I can't recommend studying abroad enough!"

University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Past Review The Beginning To A Big Adventure! CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Summer in London - University of Roehampton

"I grew so much as a person. Living and traveling on my own gave me time to figure out who I am and what I want in life."

Elizabeth City State University
Past Review Finding Myself In The Heart Of Scotland CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Stirling - Semester in Stirling

"I learned to be confident in who I am and to feel the fear of new experiences but do them anyway. I took on many things I never thought I could do on my own with a confidence I never knew I was capable of. I think because I was pushed out of my comfort zone I was actually able to experience life in a way that at home I would nev..."

University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
Past Review Unforgettable CISabroad (Center for International Studies): London - The London Semester

"I gained independence and I am more confident. I am able to see the world in different ways after seeing how others live their lives. I appreciate other cultures more and every moment was worthwhile. I learned more about who I am and who I want to be one day."

University of Massachusetts Amherst / UMass
Past Review Life Changing! CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Stirling - Semester in Stirling

"I gained a greater understanding of myself and the world around me. It was one of the best things I've ever done for myself."

Elizabethtown College
Past Review Beautiful People, Language, And Food CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Semester in Rome

"The ability to be on my own and embrace a new environment"

University of Massachusetts Amherst / UMass
Past Review The Roman Adventure Of A Lifetime! CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Semester in Rome

"I gained a lot of skills with being independent. I made a number of trips alone to places I had little knowledge of and had to learn to figure out transportation and entertainment by myself. It was definitely worthwhile. "

University of Maine - Orono
Past Review A Trip I'll Never Forget! CISabroad (Center for International Studies): San Jose - Summer in Costa Rica

"I gained more confidence speaking Spanish, I am more comfortable visiting another country on my own and I can now say I've visited a country outside of the United States. "

Rochester Institute of Technology
Past Review Just The Beginning CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Summer in Japan

"The beginning of my adventures started when I was approved to go to Japan under CISabroad. From the moment I landed and met with my program adviser and coordinator Jeff Sinding, I knew I was going to have a great experience in Tokyo. Because of CISabroad, I was able to be located in a quiet neighborhood called Nakanobu, Tokyo. M..."

Kean University
Past Review The Best 5 Months Of My Life! CISabroad (Center for International Studies): London - The London Semester

"It was 100% worthwhile. I gained a confidents I had never had before going abroad. I was constantly pushed out of my comfort zone in the best way possible. I learned how to help myself. "

Hofstra University
Past Review A Relaxing, Touristy Study Abroad Experience CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Summer on the Italian Coast, Sorrento

"Personally, my Italian speaking skills improved greatly and I became much more comfortable cooking for myself, which was important because I have no meal plan anymore at my home university."

Stevens Institute of Technology
Past Review Thailand Made Me The Best Me. CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Bangkok - Semester in Thailand

"I gained a new found confidence in myself and how I navigate the world. It was one of the most worthwhile experiences I have had to date. "

University of Massachusetts Amherst / UMass
Past Review The Best Experience Possible CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Intern in Barcelona

"I always knew that I wanted to travel to Barcelona, so I was excited when I made the decision to do an internship through CISabroad. My experience ended up being the absolute best that it could have been. I am an international business major worked for a company that worked with solar energy technology, and it was a great experi..."

University of Alabama - Huntsville
Past Review Worth Every Single Penny CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Semester in Scotland

"I learned how to travel light and how to plan a trip. "

Westfield State University
Past Review A Trip To Remember CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Summer in Japan

"My experience abroad helped me be more independent and explore a new place on my own."

Mount Saint Mary College
Past Review Why Not? CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Florence - Semester in Florence

"Fashion classes that are not offered at my university, and I gained work experience and learned and saw art by the great master."

University of Lynchburg
Past Review The Best Semester! CISabroad (Center for International Studies): London - Semester at the University of Westminster

"So many things! Independence, a sense of belonging, knowing myself better, the ability to adapt to new cultures, just an overall improvement. It was absolutely worthwhile and I would highly recommend any student to study abroad for as long as they can!"

University of Georgia
Past Review Best Experience Ever! CISabroad (Center for International Studies): San Jose - Summer in Costa Rica

"CIS Abroad helped me in many ways in choosing the right program for me. I lived with a host family which was an amazing way to learn and be a part of the culture. Also, CIS Abroad is one of the most affordable programs to study abroad. "

University of Florida
Past Review London A City Of Adventure And Exploration CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Summer in London - University of Roehampton

"I learned a lot about myself, which I know is a bit of a cliche, but true. I gained more confidence in my ability to live life on my own. I also learned more about what matters to me just by experiencing the subtle or obvious differences in American and English culture and life. "

University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa
Past Review My Experience Allowed Opportunity For Growth And Independence. CISabroad (Center for International Studies): San Jose - Spanish for Health Professionals in Costa Rica

"My experience helped me grow and allowed me to become more independent. It helped me see things from a different lens, such as those who come to America who are from elsewhere."

Berea College