College Study Abroad Blog
Australia’s Favorite Vacation Spot
By: Keira Engler In my time spent studying abroad in Australia, I tried to make every second count. I braved the wildlife in Royal National Park, bartered at the Glebe... keep reading
How Studying Abroad Reconnected Me with Friends from My Past
By: Aiden Lo During this study abroad, I reconnected with four people who I haven’t met in five years. All of them were from a summer camp in Toledo. I... keep reading
ASU Online Spotlight #5: Week of April 21
Meet the ASU Online Scholars Studying Asynchronously Across the Globe! Thanks to CIEE’s partnership with ASU, students can explore the world and take asynchronous classes wherever they are. No set... keep reading
Top 10 Puerto Rican Slang Words
Puerto Rican Spanish has its own unique rhythm, and if you’re studying abroad there, you’ll quickly notice locals dropping words and phrases you’ve never seen in a textbook. Understanding Puerto... keep reading
The Bike Trip That Didn't Happen (Yet)
Written by Catherine Ripsteen student from Open Campus Spring Block 3 2025: The Bike Trip That Didn't Happen Date: 4/02/25 Copenhagen is consistently ranked as one of the world’s most... keep reading
Your Guide to Scottish Slang: Top 10 Phrases You Should Know
If you’re about to embark on a Scotland study abroad adventure, it’s a smart idea to familiarize yourself with the dialects, accents, and even varying languages spoken in this charming... keep reading
Top Moments from My Time Studying Abroad in Madrid
By: Michael Penaranda I will always treasure the life-changing experience of studying abroad in Madrid. The city will always be a memorable part of my life because of its rich... keep reading
Eating Away Homesickness
Even though it’s my second time living abroad—specifically in South Korea—that doesn’t make me immune to homesickness. Honestly, it sneaks up on you in the most unexpected ways. Sometimes, it’s... keep reading
Which Aussie Animal Are You Based on Your Study Habits?
Which Aussie Animal Are You Based on Your Study Habits? Studying abroad is full of adventure, but let’s be honest—we all approach uni life a little differently. Some of us... keep reading
Sevilla: After Dark
By: Rachel Higgins Camacho Hola! My name is Rachel Higgins Camacho and currently I am studying in Seville, Spain. As my semester is coming to the end, all I have... keep reading
Top 10 Greek Slang Words & Phrases
You’re about to touch down in Greece, ready for sun, study abroad, history, and enough gyros to last a lifetime – only to realize the locals are dropping words you’ve... keep reading
Happy Earth Day: Today and Every Day
Happy Earth Day! Every April 22, this global event comes around to remind us how precious our planet is, what sustainable efforts we can make to protect Earth, and that... keep reading
5 Ways to Make Friends Abroad
By: Elizabeth Gardner It can be extremely nerve-racking to make new friends while studying abroad. You likely won’t know anyone in the city you are moving to. However, I can... keep reading
The Unexpected Joys of Teaching English to Korean Senior Citizens
When I signed up to study abroad in South Korea, I imagined a whirlwind of new experiences in the neon-lit city of Seoul. What I didn’t expect? My most fulfilling... keep reading