CIEE College Access
Preparing CIEE High School Study Abroad Alumni for College Success
You've Earned Exclusive College Admission Support!
College planning benefits are included in your CIEE experience! As a CIEE High School Study Abroad Alum, you can connect directly with admission officers at top colleges and universities through virtual workshops and Q&A sessions, year-round.
Join exclusive events each month as our guest speakers dive into the college planning process, offer best-practice advice on college applications or provide information on funding sources and more.
The skills and maturity you gained on your CIEE study abroad experience set you apart from most high school graduates. CIEE College Access helps you further leverage that experience for college success.
Your Path to College Success With CIEE
1
Build a Strong Foundation on Your CIEE High School Study Abroad Program
Through immersive learning and cultural exchange, you’ve developed key skills—like independence, flexibility, and global awareness—that top colleges and universities highly value.
2
Plan for College With Expert Guidance
CIEE College Access is available to you to offer you expert guidance from our College Partners, giving you a competitive edge by connecting you with admissions officers. You gain insider knowledge to confidently navigate the college planning process.
3
Apply to College With Continuous Group Support
Stay connected through workshops, webinars, and Q&A sessions. You can receive continuous group support, hearing from experts and learning how to highlight your study abroad experience to stand out in applications and interviews.
4
Thrive in College & Beyond
Whether through study abroad opportunities for college credit that include exclusive alumni discounts or through connections with CIEE’s 350+ partner institutions, you can continue to benefit from the skills, confidence, and CIEE High School Study Abroad Alumni network you built long after high school.
What Our Alumni Say
say their CIEE experience helped with college applications - shaping essay topics, guiding college choices, and preparing them for interviews
say the skills gained through CIEE set them up for success in college
In Partnership With Top Colleges and Universities
Together, we share a mission to support alumni by:
- MAKING COLLEGE PLANNING ACCESSIBLE – CIEE College Access is included in your program at no additional charge - helping you and your family avoid costly educational consulting services.
- SHARING EXPERT KNOWLEDGE – Clear, straightforward guidance so you can navigate the college application process with confidence.
- INVESTING IN YOUR FUTURE – Connecting you with professionals who are committed to your success.
Schools
George Washington University
Washington, DC | Private | 11,500 undergraduate students
CIEE College Access Events
Check your inbox for invitations to our interactive workshops and Q&As.
You’ve earned your chance to ask questions, discover valuable tips, and connect directly with actual admissions officers from George Washington University and Arizona State University - access that sets you apart from other college applicants!
Please note that these events are by “invite only” and exclusive to CIEE High School Study Abroad alumni.
- Tuesday, April 8 | 7pm EST | Ask Me Anything (AMA) with Admissions Officers.
- Thursday, May 8 | 7pm EST | High School to College Transition – What You Should Know