CIEE
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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
"The biggest impact this experience had on my was a personal one. I went from being a high-strung, busy student to one that has a more relaxed attitude about life. I was able to put a lot of things into perspective and feel that I have a more balanced life style."
Shelby L University of Kentucky
"Yes. I just wish I could have done a homestay but the natural disaster was (obviously) out of our control."
Anna m Wellesley College
"In only that short time frame, I feel that I changed and matured greatly as an individual. As I had hoped, I gained an appreciation for my culture as well as others. I want to travel so much now so I can improve my knowledge of the diverse cultures in our world. I tend to keep a more open mind now. Also, I am much more indep..."
Morgan L University of Wisconsin - LaCrosse
"I developed a deeper love of ecology/science/nature, improved my Spanish, learned what it was like to live in a developing country, and made some great friends. More than anything else, it has made me consider going into an environmental field. "
Patrick D Brandeis University
"I learned so much about myself and other people and cultures. I has made me want to travel and learn more about so many different places."
Lana G Hope College
"yes!! "
Rachel K Miami University of Ohio
"YES I gained friendships with the Prague students and the Americans and memories with them will last a life time."
Julie B University of Missouri - Columbia
"Of course! My experience was rewarding in the sense that I gained independence, I learned how to be resourceful, and I increased my communication skills."
Danielle C Pennsylvania State University - University Park
"It was amazing. But...I needed more time their to get my language to the level that I had hoped it would be. "
Ellen B University of Iowa
"It was a great experience and has definitely inspired me to explore other parts of Latin America."
Kara F Fordham University
"It was worth while indeed. Traveled a lot and saw the country that had a ton of influence on several other counties. Amazing trip. "
Jay V Hope College
"Absolutely. I might choose a program with more flexibility for traveling on weekends, but on the whole I had a very rewarding experience. "
Christopher M Harvard University
"Yes and no. I learned a lot, but the process was hard and the locals were not very welcoming."
Kristina R Hope College
"yes, as a german citizen, it made me understand the easter struggle better. one day i want to return for a visit but i dont think i can see myself every living there for long periods of time again. "
Fritzi P Tufts University
"I gained a larger outlook of the world. I learned so much about different societies and by learning about their culture, I learned a lot about myself. I gained a lot of independence when I was abroad and I just feel that my entire personality has changed for the better because of my time in Spain."
Allison C Villanova University
"yes, The art history class was one of the best I have ever taken in my academic career and improved my Spanish in the most practical way. "
Hannah S Harvard University
"Yes. I learned new things about the culture that I had not experienced. I made many new friends, countless countless memories, and fulfilled my dream of living as a student in Japan. It has shown me also that although I love Japan, I don't think I would live there. Visit often, but not live."
Mijeong T Wellesley College
"The experience abroad gave me more desire to pursue a career in the international realm, and helped me focus my career objectives and future plans. "
Maria C Fordham University
"YES! I learned so much about myself, the world, and the spanish language and culture! My view on how I can learn outside the classroom as well has changed! "
Kaitlin D Providence College
"I gained friends, a second family, and was also able to improve my language and learn about Spanish culture in Spain!"
Julie C Saint Anselm College
"Yes! I miss it every day and look forward to living in Spain again. "
Nichole F Wellesley College
"It has made me a global citizen. It has left me with an international state of mind. I can't really describe how this experience has changed me in a short summary. You just have to go see for yourself. "
Andrew V The University of Texas at Austin
"Yes i learned a lot about the culture and got to practice my spanish."
Paul B Hope College
"yes"
Samantha G Wellesley College
"I learned to complain less and take advantage of my education. My ideas about South Africa were challenged in several ways and I grew a lot because I made every effort to immerse myself in the local culture(s). My time there has heightened my desire to ensure that everyone has access to an excellent education as a way to reverse..."
Kamilah W Wellesley College