College Study Abroad Blog
Planning a trip to Busan in less than a week
By: Yohanan Brown As the semester was starting to come to an end my friends and I decided to take a trip to Busan. We were at dinner on a... keep reading
Day Trip to the Alhambra
By: LiSha Powell Hi! My name is LiSha, and I studied abroad with CIEE during the fall 2024 semester in Seville, Spain. There were countless highlights during the trip, but... keep reading
Thrift Your Way Through Paris Fashion: 4 Best Spots
By: Kalissa Woo Coming to Paris, I wouldn’t have called myself a fashion expert. My style was a mix of trends without much thought. But being in one of the... keep reading
Making the Most Out of Your Study Abroad Experience in Prague
By: Clara Turck Studying abroad in Prague has been an adventure filled with opportunities for learning, cultural exploration, and personal growth. With its stunning architecture, rich history, vibrant arts, and... keep reading
Top 7 Spanish Immersion Programs with CIEE Study Abroad
Let’s be real: There’s no better way to learn Spanish than actually living it. Forget the textbook exercises and Duolingo streaks – envision yourself chatting with locals about fútbol (not... keep reading
5 Tips to Stay on Track with Your Major while Studying Abroad
By: Estefania Cardona Forero Studying at CIEE has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. I would have never planned in a million years that I could... keep reading
Find a place abroad that feels like home
By: Ava Scott When you are an eleven-hour plane ride away from home, you need to find a place abroad that feels like your home away from home. For me... keep reading
January in Lisbon!
Inviting, busy, historic, quiet, diverse. When asked about our initial impression of Lisbon, these were some words written on the board. As I sat there, I couldn’t help but ponder... keep reading
My Adventures in Madrid
By: Anthony Saidenberg Where to begin. What an adventure. Studying abroad was everything I had dreamed of and more. I had been looking forward to studying abroad since my freshman... keep reading
The Best Sweet Treat Spots in Sydney
Sydney, with its bustling food scene, is a haven for dessert lovers. Whether you’re craving rich pastries, creamy gelato, or unique sweets, the city is packed with irresistible treats to... keep reading
Top 10 Japanese Slang Words & Phrases You Must Know
Textbook Japanese is great and all, but if you really want to impress the locals, you need to know Japanese slang terms. These aren’t the phrases you’ll learn in class... keep reading
8 Tips to Calm Your Study Abroad Nerves
By: Meghan Stevens As a girl who came abroad thinking she could conquer the world and be “miss independent” without missing home that much, I quickly came to learn that... keep reading
Studying Abroad in London as an Arizona State University Student
By: Logan Alvarado CIEE allowed me to study abroad with so much flexibility! As a student at Arizona State University, I was able to study abroad and take classes online... keep reading
The Gift of the Homestay: The People Make the Place
By: Cate Cannon Hi! My name is Cate Cannon, and I am currently studying abroad for the Fall 2024 semester in Sevilla, Spain. I chose this location because of the... keep reading
How to Study Japanese in Japan: 3 Easy Steps
If you’ve ever dreamed of ordering ramen like a pro, exploring ancient temples, or binge-watching anime without subtitles, studying Japanese in Japan is your next big adventure. With vibrant Tokyo... keep reading