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 Studying In Barcelona: The Best Thing I Ever Did CIEE: Barcelona - Liberal Arts

"I feel like I have changed a lot. I've become much more independent and open-minded, willing to try new things, and more sensitive and aware of different perspectives and ways of life. One of the best things about this experience is that I really got to get out and see the world, undoubtedly something I will never forget."

Providence College
Past Review Barcelona: Time Of My Life CIEE: Barcelona - Business & Culture

"It was the experience of a lifetime. I am much more interested in the world outside of America. Also, this experience has added interest in the field of international marketing. I realized how many opportunities American brands have to take their companies international."

Providence College
Past Review Barcelona Was Awesome CIEE: Barcelona - Business & Culture

"I learned to be more independent and I now know I can live anywhere that my future sends me. "

Providence College
Past Review Barcelona Opened My Eyes To A New Culture, A New World, A New Me. CIEE: Barcelona - Business & Culture

"It was absolutley worthwhile. I learned so much about myself, my peers and the world around me. I have no desire to change my major but I do have an increased desire to travel more and to learn about different cultures. I learned so much about myself and I was able to see what I truly value. This experience really helped me to m..."

Providence College
Past Review The Experience Of My Lifetime CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences

"Although I didn't give all of above the best ratings, but the overall experience was definitely worth the 5 star. I had the time of my life, not just learning language and culture, but also making friends and spending memorable times with them. It's an unique experience that you won't have at your home country. Imagine yourself ..."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Spring Abroad Was Best Time Of My Life CIEE: Seville - Liberal Arts

"lots of history, cultural lessons. now i want to teach abroad right after college"

University of the Pacific
Past Review South Africa Study Abroad CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"I learned to look at things from an objective point of view"

Wellesley College
Past Review Espana: No Pasa Nada. CIEE: Madrid - Liberal Arts

"Yes it was worthwhile in that it greatly improved my language skills and i was able to go to a part of a world, i wouldnt normally have."

Wellesley College
Past Review Spain Is Awesome! CIEE: Seville - Advanced Liberal Arts

"Yes."

Trinity University
Past Review I Left A Part Of My Heart In Sevilla CIEE: Seville - Liberal Arts

"I definitely expanded my range of thought and understanding. I drastically improved my Spanish and am not afraid of using it. I learned how to adapt to a different culture and when to take some of their characteristics and when to keep my own. I am more culturally aware of different perspectives on global issues. I am more cultu..."

Trinity University
Past Review Cape Town: I Cannot Imagine Having Completed My De Pauw Experience Without The 6 Months I Spent There CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"YES. As I mentioned above, I cannot imagine having completed my time at DePauw without this experience. It has changed my outlook on life and I hope to return to Africa very soon. "

DePauw University
Past Review Life In South Korea CIEE: Seoul - Summer Korean Studies

"Absolutely. I feel like I really got to see what it's like to live in Korea. I think I will go back there to teach English when I graduate. And I definitely want to work there in something more long-term."

Past Review Ciee Cape Town Is The Most Beatiful City In The World. CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"I loved it. South Africa is awesome. I really want to go back. Going to Cape Town allowed me to explore Africa, which is probably the continent I will least likely get to travel to in the future (because everywhere else is easier and much more accessible to me). So I am glad I can check a region of the world of my list of places..."

Clark University
Past Review Que Viva La Republica Dominicana CIEE: Santiago - Liberal Arts, Dominican Republic

"After this program, I can honestly say that I am graduating with a well-rounded Spanish language and cultural experience. "

DePauw University
Past Review Amsterdam Perfection CIEE: Amsterdam - Social Sciences + Humanities

"It was the best decision I have ever made in my entire life. I grew so much, and honestly believe that I am a better and happier person because of it."

Western Washington University
Past Review It Rained, It Poured, But We All Still Smiled CIEE: Monteverde - Sustainability + The Environment

"The program was worth it. personally for me the program did not push me outside my comfort zone, but this is dependent upon past international experience. The field trips were by far the best part of the program. We were able to see so much of the country and it makes me want to travel more within my home state/country. I must c..."

Pacific Lutheran University
Past Review Ciee South Africa Was Not What I Expected But I Learned A Lot. CIEE: Cape Town - Arts and Sciences

"Study abroad was an experience I needed, it helped me realize everything I still have to learn and I had a really great time exploring a new continent and getting to now the crazy cape townian culture."

Tulane University
Past Review A Semester In Buenos Aires Was A Semester Like No Other CIEE: Buenos Aires - Liberal Arts

"Yes. I learned more Spanish, made new friends, experienced a world on my own, learned what it means to be completely lost and not know anything, and much much more."

The University of Texas at Austin
Past Review Falling In Love With Argentina CIEE: Buenos Aires - Liberal Arts

"The only standout negative aspect of the entire experience was the schooling. Otherwise, the advisors, both at my university and through the program, were extremely helpful, and the city was amazing. I feel in love with the atmosphere of Buenos Aires and want to return, come hell or high water."

University of the Pacific
Past Review Barcelona: A Home & Vacation In One City CIEE: Barcelona - Business & Culture

"extremely worthwhile, it was an amazing experience that I will treasure for a life-time"

Providence College
Past Review Sevilla: The City That Made Me The Person That I Want To Be CIEE: Seville - Liberal Arts

" Studying abroad was the most scary, courageous, but amazing thing I have ever done, and possibly ever will do. I grew up so much as a person and gained a deeper understanding and appreciation for the world. Studying abroad just emphasized my decision to have spanish as one of my majors and I definitely want to keep pursuing the..."

Providence College
Past Review Barcelona Is Amazing! CIEE: Barcelona - Liberal Arts

"The experience was definitely worthwhile. It sparked an interest in traveling and learning about other cultures, introduced me to some amazing people, and helped me improve my language skills. I'm hoping to live abroad again sometime soon!"

Wellesley College
Past Review Spain: Studying Directly At The Universidad De Sevilla CIEE: Seville - Advanced Liberal Arts

"I learned how to rely on myself and be ok with being alone every now and then. I also learned that stressing about grades and school is not a worldwide phenomena and that I should take time to enjoy life, sit and eat a great meal, and have real conversations with friends. "

Trinity University
Past Review Buenos Aires Study Abroad CIEE: Buenos Aires - Liberal Arts

"Beyond my disappointment with the program and the homestay situation, the experience itself was invaluable. If my opportunity to live in a foreign country had to be via this program, so be it. Going abroad and adapting to a different lifestyle is life changing and would choose to do it all over again the same way if I had no o..."

The University of Texas at Austin