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For 70 years, we’ve had a single mission
To help people gain understanding, acquire knowledge, and develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world by bringing the world together through the most meaningful exchange programs available.
Today, we advance our legacy as the leading nonprofit international education organization by facilitating 50,000 exchange experiences for people from 136 countries each year.
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CIEE Celebrates the 2023 Frederick Douglass Global Fellows
Twelve diverse student leaders to conduct a study of social justice leadership in America, South Africa, and Ireland. CIEE is pleased to announce the 2023 Frederick Douglass Global Fellows, twelve... keep reading
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CIEE Expands Study Abroad Portfolio – England & Scotland
CIEE is pleased to announce the expansion of our portfolio in Great Britain to feature 20+ study abroad and internship programs in three dynamic English and Scottish cities. Starting in... keep reading
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Students Receive Free Passports as Passport Caravan Returns to Campus
CIEE recently partnered with Arizona State University (ASU) and Indiana University to host Passport Caravan events on campus, providing free, on the spot passports for students at each school. Since... keep reading
Prom and Jazz Trip to Reno
The Prom Dance at your high school was on the first Saturday in April and was an unforgettable event full of glitz and glamor. The hall was magnificently decorated with... keep reading
Spring in Germany
I still distinctly remember the day I sat down to spend hours reading all of the CIEE blogs from last year’s participants. It was so exciting to imagine spending a... keep reading
Reflecting on South Africa as a Frederick Douglass Global Fellow
By: Sam Li Stepping off the plane in Cape Town felt like stepping into a whirlwind of vibrant energy, complex history, and breathtaking landscapes. This wasn't just any summer adventure... keep reading
What’s Next: After Getting a Job Offer to Teach in South Korea
YAYYY!! Congratulations! You got the job! I hope it is everything you hope for with shorter working hours, nice vacation time, decent pay, a nice apartment, and so much more... keep reading
My Sense of Belonging in Botswana
By: Brianna James Even though my study abroad program concluded in May 2023, I am still brought to tears of reminiscence when I reflect on all those wonderful moments I... keep reading
How to Handle Stress on a First Year Abroad Program
First year abroad programs are seriously amazing. Yet, like anything, they can come with some challenges and learning curves. After all, you are exploring an unfamiliar country with its own... keep reading
"Running as a lifestyle", Andrea Adam Moore, CIEE Center Director
Andrea Adam Moore is the Director of the CIEE Center in Berlin. She is one of the real "berliners" of the team, but also very connected to USA, after living... keep reading
Seoul Stirred, Not Shaken: Adventures of an American Girl
Hello and welcome, dear reader, to my blog! I invite you to settle in with a comforting cup of tea or coffee and a sweet treat as you delve into... keep reading
How I Planned to Study Abroad: Finances, Applying, Passport, & more!
By: Savanah Koester I am someone who likes to always have a plan. In my idea of how college was going to go, study abroad was not there for me... keep reading
Best Coffee Shops and Restaurants in Rome
By: Liz Huber HEY EVERYONE!! If you’re someone who is studying abroad in Rome, Italy in the near future, this blog post is for you. Especially if you’re someone who... keep reading
Quite Literally the Train to Busan (No Zombie Apocalypse Here)
As they all say, if you are going to go to Busan and you do not have a car, you have to take the Train to Busan! (PSA: Sadly, there... keep reading
How to Prepare for Living and Teaching South Korea
So, you’ve made it through everything, the application process, getting TEFL certified, interviews, the visa process, and booking the flight. PHEW! Give yourself a round of applause! Preparing to teach... keep reading
Mallorca: A Stopover For Many Birds (by Eli Talens)
Mallorca is well known for its magnificent beaches and the impressive mountain range of the Sierra de Tramontana, a line of peaks that crosses the island from east to west... keep reading
Embracing Barcelona: My Unforgettable Experience with CIEE's Economics and Culture Program
By: Brenda Padilla A Glimpse into My World Hi, I'm Brenda, and I'm set to graduate in May 2025 . Currently, I am a junior at Duke University majoring in... keep reading
Bridging Cultures, Breaking Barriers: Emir Pusurov's American Dream
When asked to sum up his exchange experience in a few words, 18-year-old Emir Pusurov calls his time in America “my year of opportunities.” Emir, a high school student from... keep reading