First Year Abroad Blog

Starting your first year of college is a super exciting journey! You can look forward to having many new experiences and finding amazing friendships. As you navigate this new chapter... keep reading

If you know you want to travel and even live abroad, your first year of college is the perfect time to start. CIEE's First Year Abroad program lets you make... keep reading

As a parent or legal guardian of a teen who is considering spending their first year of college studying abroad, you'll want to know what to expect for them. How... keep reading

Studying abroad has the reputation of being expensive, but it doesn't have to be! You may be surprised to learn that the fees for a CIEE First Year Abroad program... keep reading

Saying goodbye as your teen embarks on their study abroad program is bittersweet! You know they're off on a grand adventure, but as parents, you're likely worried about their safety... keep reading

When your teen embarks on their first year of college abroad, it's normal to have many questions about their experience. CIEE takes participants' First Year Abroad safety very seriously and... keep reading

Living with a host family is one of the best ways to experience a new place while studying abroad. For recent high school grads on their CIEE First Year Abroad... keep reading

Studying abroad is an exciting opportunity to see the world and grow as a person at any stage of your academic journey. While there are many excellent travel programs open... keep reading

As you peruse CIEE’s many first year abroad program options, use this guide as a reference for quick and fascinating facts about six of our fabulous first year abroad locations... keep reading

If you’ve been exploring CIEE’s First Year Abroad programs, you know we have a lot of incredible options all over the world, with each offering a unique look at different... keep reading