CIEE: Brussels - Summer Business, Communications and Culture
- Hosted at: Vesalius College
- Location(s): Brussels, Belgium
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
CIEE
As the European Union capital, Brussels draws an impressive number of diplomats and international institutions – and a deepening array of cultures. This summer grab a front row seat to examine the political and economic issues in one of the region... read more
All Reviews
I learned to value personal time and free time again. I learned there are many different ways of doing things even in what are thought to be similar cultures. I learned that just because a country is westernized it doesn't say almost anything about the actual place or culture. I learned I love to explore. I learned I can be on m... A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
This program was a life changer for me. Belgium was an extremely inviting host country. The program administration with Michelangelo, Chloe, and Yamina were wonderful and a necessary resource. The interns Anna, Casey, and Kim were also additional resources and younger for personal connections. My housing was located in a safe pa... Carlton S - Brandeis University View Entire Review
It was worthwhile! I had many opportunities to see myself grow as an individual and be challenged by living on my own. My homestay was slightly unusual in that my host father traveled a lot for work so I often had the place to myself, so I definitely got experience in living on my own and providing for myself. A student - Trinity University View Entire Review
I am a much more openminded person after my experience abroad. I now understand where international students are coming from when they come to my school. I also feel like I can tackle anything since I lived in a foreign country which speaks a different language. I'm also less judgemental toward other people in general because... Ashley A - Purdue University View Entire Review
I learned how to be more independent and mature from my experiences abroad. My major is communications with a focus on intercultural communications, and going to a city where there were people from all over the world was amazing. Being in the EU capital, it was a dream come true! Annie G - University of Connecticut View Entire Review
I gained an experience that I will always remember and I learned more than I can recount here. It was definitely worthwhile. A student - Millsaps College View Entire Review
My experience in Brussels was definitely worthwhile. I'd say the most important thing I took away was the connections and friendships I forged with the local students. I tried hard to not always hang out with people from my program but make as many European friends as possible. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Yes. Kyle E - Miami University of Ohio View Entire Review
These is a whole new world out there. The feelings cannot be explained in words. Jazz P - Miami University of Ohio View Entire Review
About
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Summer
Instruction Language(s):
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Russian, Central and East European Studies
- European Studies
Minimum GPA:
2.7Website
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CIEE Scholarships
Qualifying programs: all summer, semester or year-long CIEE programs
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
To increase access to study abroad by more students from Minority Serving Institutions (MSI), CIEE will cover 100% of program fees and travel costs for 10 students from 10 different MSIs to participate in an intensive 4-week, 3-credit summer study abroad program. To become a Frederick Douglass Global Fellow, students must be nominated and receive letters of recommendation.
100% of program fee and travel costs
Current attendee at an MSI
$2,000 for semester, $1,000 for internship, $500 for summer
Qualifying programs: CIEE summer, semester, or year-long programs that offer research opportunities. Please check the home page of your program of interest to see what awards are offered for that program.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Open to all CIEE alum and participants from high school and college study abroad, teach abroad, and tefl certifcations.
$200
Travel costs to and from study abroad or internship program. Pell-eligible; first-come, first-served.
$1,000
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Sustainability and the Environment, or Tropical Ecology and Conservation summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Students who enroll in more than one four-week session receive a 20% discount off each additional session.
20% discount
Deduction off of non‑consecutive in‑person terms for CIEE alumni or sibling of alumni.
10% discount
Qualifying programs: CIEE summer, semester, or year-long programs in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Please check the home page of your program of interest to see what awards are offered for that program.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Community and Public Health summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Enroll in more than one four-week summer session
20%
Federal Pell Grant-eligible students can receive a GAIN Travel Grant up to $1,000 when they complete their CIEE Scholarships and Grants application by our published deadlines. Gilman Scholarship applicants can receive a CIEE Go Global Grant AND a GAIN Travel Grant totally up to $4,000!
Up to $1,000 per student
CIEE offers substantial grants for students who choose our innovative Open Campus Block program. Available at 13 CIEE Global Institutes around the globe, Open Campus invites students across majors to study in up to three international locations in one semester.
Up to $3,000 per student
Qualified applicants not chosen for a full fellowship are guaranteed a $1,500 program grant and possible university match, $3,000***
$1,500 per student
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