4.4 - 1714 Reviews

CIEE

https://www.ciee.org/

CIEE is a program provider offering 415 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, Intensive Language, Gap Year, and Online Program abroad programs in 32 countries such as France, Japan, Ireland, 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 1714 Reviews
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November 6, 2026
Past Review The All Inclusive Semester Abroad Adventure, Culture, And New Friends! CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"I learned so much about the history and culture of South Africa, while becoming more confident and adventurous as I explored it!"

Middlebury College
Past Review License To Kill CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences + Humanities

"a new perspective on myself, the world, and humankind in general; how to live independently in a strange new place, how to build yourself a life from the bottom up; that every person, no matter their place of origin, is motivated by the same desires; definitely, absolutely worthwhile"

Brandeis University
Past Review Enlightening CIEE: Rennes - Liberal Arts

"I learned to branch out and take risks. It was worth it!"

Berea College
Past Review Can't Wait Until I Can Go Back CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"I learned so much I don't know where to begin. I learned to cook for myself, I learned how to be a much more independent student, I learned that I really love Biology (I fell in love with learning about animal locomotion). It was an amazing experience and I am so glad I did it"

Middlebury College
Past Review Amazing CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"I learned all about the culture of Cape Town and the history behind an amazingly determined country."

Middlebury College
Past Review Living The Dream Go To Sevilla! CIEE: Seville - International Business & Culture

"I gained many new friends. better Spanish skills, and a whole new view of the world. "

Fordham University
Past Review Self Discovery And Fun Rolled Into One! CIEE: Alicante - Language & Culture

"I learned a lot about myself. I realized how strong I was and how much I have to offer. It was definitely worthwhile and I would do it again in a heartbeat."

Brandeis University
Past Review An "Academic" Vacation CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"I think my time abroad could be described as a "vacation" that I needed. It gave me time away from others (family and friends) to understand myself and to see where I stand at this moment in life. I gained a lot from one semester abroad and there were multiple times where I contemplated staying a bit longer. Of course, there are..."

Brandeis University
Past Review Memories That Will Stay With You Forever CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"I feel like anyone who visits and lives in a foreign country will tell you that their experiences are well worthwhile; it's hard to even express how my experience has impacted my life. I learned how it felt like to be an outsider and a minority, and be a different sort of member in a different sort of society. I discovered some ..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Go To Sevilla CIEE: Seville - Business + Society

"My Spanish improved tremendously and I learned how to be more open-minded in my view of the world as a whole. It was worth it. "

Trinity University
Past Review Challenging But Extremely Rewarding And Eye Opening. CIEE: Gaborone - Community Public Health

"I learned so much from this experience that it is difficult to put into words. While it was extremely challenging and frustrating at times, it was 100% worthwhile and I would recommend a study abroad experience to anyone that is able to do so. I learned that while I am extremely blessed with my life in America, I do not need as ..."

Trinity University
Past Review Adventure Of A Lifetime CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"I learned a lot about myself."

Middlebury College
Past Review Seoul A Full Review CIEE: Seoul - Summer Korean Studies

"It was definitely worth while. Korea is a great place and people here in the program are nice. I gained a lot of great friends. I still keep in touch with some of them."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Best Time Of My Life CIEE: Sao Paulo - Liberal Arts

"Its was definitely worthwhile. I met amazing people which I still remain in connect with I learned a new language and how to adapt to changes better"

Bentley University
Past Review Fun In Seoul CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"I learned a lot about Korean culture and especially university culture. I also learned to appreciate and understand the cultural differences between Americans and Koreans. It was worthwhile because I learned a lot of skills to succeed in intercultural settings."

Fordham University
Past Review Incredible CIEE: Barcelona - Advanced Liberal Arts

"Barcelona is the best! "

Brandeis University
Past Review An Unforgettable Experience CIEE: Monteverde - Sustainability + The Environment

"By getting hands on experience while actually studying in the cloud forest I was able to learn far more than I could have by studying in a classroom."

Moravian College
Past Review Pura Vida: An Amazing Semester! CIEE: Monteverde - Sustainability + The Environment

"Do every new thing you can, even if it scares you. You will probably regret not doing it afterward! This program offered so many opportunities to step out of your comfort zone, and it was incredibly rewarding when you did. "

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Past Review A Short Exposure To Botswana Lifestyle And Clinical Settings CIEE: Gaborone - Summer Community Public Health

"I learned a lot about HIV and the cultural opinions on the pandemic. I learned a lot working in the clinics. Simply being in the culture was fascinating. The trip was definitely worthwhile."

Brandeis University
Past Review Life Opens Up When You Do CIEE: Monteverde - Sustainability + The Environment

"Studying abroad was one of the best decisions I could have made while in college. I absolutely loved my time abroad and would talk anyones ear off about this program. I learned so much more than just academics, and I made friends and memories that will stick with me for a lifetime."

Texas Christian University
Past Review Amazing Experience I'll Never Forget. CIEE: Monteverde - Sustainability + The Environment

"I learned to be patient, to take every opportunity that comes at you, to be compassionate and understanding, and to ask questions."

Cornell University
Past Review This Trip Is Too Good To Put In A Line Go See Costa Rica, Do This Program CIEE: Monteverde - Summer Tropical Ecology and Conservation

"I learned to be open, to go travel, love unconditionally, and learned that money doesn't make you happy in the end. This was the best decision I have ever made."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review An Integrative Experience Of Costa Rica. CIEE: Monteverde - Sustainability + The Environment

"I learned more about sustainability and biology during this program than I have ever at my home institution. This program made me want to pursue my interests in environmental sciences"

University of Colorado - Boulder
Past Review Adventurous In Brazil CIEE: Sao Paulo - Liberal Arts

"I gain a lot of confidence in myself and I learned what it really meant to be independent! that even though I stuggled at times it was worth every minute! i learn more of a culture i never been before. I was able to go to an amazing country and live an experience like no one else. not only that even my classes at PUC were great,..."

University of the Pacific
Past Review Barcelona Was The Best Choice Ive Made, But Ciee Has Nothing To Do With It! CIEE: Barcelona - Business & Culture

"I grew on a personal level more than I have in my time at college. Mostly because I found myself in difficult situations a lot, which I had to take care of entirely on my own. I had to step out of my comfort zone every single day. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made. "

Brandeis University